Richard Anthony Critelli Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Richard Anthony Critelli of Woodstock, Georgia, who passed away on February 3, 2026, at the age of 76, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As Richard departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Richard. Though Richard may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Anthony Richard Critelli and Virginia Simonetti Critelli. He is survived by: his wife Melanie Critelli; his children, Richard Anthony Critelli Jr., Kristen Shinners and Michael Critelli; the parent of his children Pat Pietrowski; his stepdaughter Garnette White; his sister Susan Benvenuto; and his close friend Gary Neuser.