Richard "Richie" G Cunniff

Richard G. Cunniff, 77 of Onset, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2024 surrounded by family. 

Richard, who was known as "Richie", is survived by his 3 children, Brian Cunniff and his wife Rebecca of Ashland, Kristen Lombardo and her husband David of Framingham, Lisa Dirstine and her husband Michael of Harvard, 10 grandchildren, William, Jake, Nicholas, Ava, Kiley, Tess, Drew, Jack, Finn and Hollis, his sister Mary Cunniff of West Roxbury and many nieces, nephews, and friends. 

Richie was predeceased by his brothers William F., Robert, and James. 

Richie grew up in the Jamaica Plain area of Boston.  He was the beloved son of William and Anne (Foley) Cunniff.  Richie worked in the local plumbers union for years before he successfully built and operated his own plumbing company.  He lived in Framingham for over 40 years and later resided in Onset, Mass.  Richie was a life-long avid golfer and a 35 year member of Marlborough Country Club. He equally loved fishing out in Buzzards Bay. Richie’s perfect day would include golfing, fishing, happy hour, friends, family, and laughs.

Visitation will be held on Monday, April 15, 2024 from 5-7 pm at the Short & Rowe Funeral Home, 95 W. Main St., Marlborough, MA. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, April 16 at 11 am at the Immaculate Conception Church, 11 Prospect St., Marlborough, MA.

Following cremation, a private burial will be held at a later date. 

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, PO Box 849168, Boston MA 02284 or online at dana-farber.org/gift

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