Richard Joseph Lai Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Richard Joseph Lai of Bethpage, New York, who passed away on April 30, 2024, at the age of 68, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Richard had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Richard may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his spouse Bogumila; his children, Thomas (Amanda) and Allison (Gregory Wittenburg); his grandchildren, John and Thomas; and his brother William (Laura).
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Richard's memory to the Michael J. Fox Foundation; michaeljfox.org or the American Parkinson Disease Association; APDAParkinson.org.