Richard Barret Aponte's Obituary
Richard B. Aponte, of Huntersville, was born on February 28, 1985 in Secaucus, New Jersey. Endearingly called “Little Rick”, he was greatly loved by family and many friends. His happy disposition and genuine warm affection brought joy to all who knew him.
Rick lived in Blairstown, N.J. for most of his life, having attended Blairstown Elementary School and North Warren Regional High School. He studied at Morris County Community College and after relocating to Huntersville, NC completed his degree in Graphic Design at Art Institute of Charlotte.
Rick was part of the serving staff at Carrabbas in Huntersville for 6 years, bringing a friendly smile and attentive service to his patrons.
Rick will be missed by his loving parents, Richard (Ricky) and Lucy Aponte; brother, Justin; sister, Kayla; grandmother’s, Aracelis Aponte and Maria Antonacci; aunts, uncles, cousins, and numerous friends.
The funeral service will be held at 3:00 Saturday, August 24 in the chapel of James Funeral Home, 10520 Arahova Dr. Huntersville. Visitation will be 1-3 Prior to the service at the funeral home and burial will follow at Northlake Memorial Gardens.
James Funeral Home is serving the family. www.jamesfuneralhomeLKN.com
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