Richard W. Ekelund Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Richard W. Ekelund (Staten Island, New York), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Richard left this world on February 25, 2026 at the age of 85, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Richard W. Ekelund or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Borge Ekelund (Jack) and Catherine Ekelund (Calabrese); and his siblings-in-law, Robert McMahon (Carol), Mary, Dolores, Ronnie (late Thomas Lanigan), Jane and John.
He is survived by: his wife Patricia; his children, Kenneth Ekelund and Monica Betros; his children-in-law, Erin and Kenny; his grandchildren, Timothy, Nora, Jeremy, Abby and Christopher; his brother Billy; and his sister-in-law Pat.
