Richard James Persia

Persia, Richard James ~ suddenly, at his residence in St. Catharines, on Thursday, January 13, 2011 at the age of 52. Beloved son of Leo Sr. and the late Helen Persia (Jan. 25, 2003). Dear brother of Gary (Marianne), Sharon Weir, Leo Jr. (Michelle) and Grace (Daryn) Derwinsky. Predeceased by brother Philip (Apr. 24, 2004) survived by his wife Susan. Rick is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He enjoyed playing sports, especially hockey, receiving the award "The Silver Stick".