Obituary of Richard Maltese

Richard William Maltese passed away on September 17, 2012 at his residence in Lake Havasu City at the age of 69. Richard was born on July 4, 1943 in Hoboken, New Jersey to Angelo and Charlotte (Gulbach) Maltese. After graduating high school, Richard enlisted in the United States Army, proudly serving his country for 2 years in active duty followed by 4 years in the Reserves. Richard moved to Lake Havasu City 8 years ago from New Jersey and most recently worked across the lake tending bar at the casino. Richard was a great chef who had a passion for cooking and loved to make people laugh. Richard is survived by his son Richard P Maltese and his wife Noel of Nolensville, Tennessee and his 2 grandchildren Logan and Chloe Maltese. No services are scheduled. Richards wishes were to be cremated and his remains will be laid to rest near his son at the Middle Tennessee Sate Veterans Cemetery in Nashville. Thoughts and condolences may be submitted to the family at www.lietz-frazefuneralhome.com Arrangements were placed under the care of Lietz-Fraze Funeral Home and Crematory.