Richard Thomas Giuliano, 28, died on October 2, 2020. He was a local resident and John Jay Graduate, Class of 2010. Prior to 2005, he lived in Buchanan, NY.

Rick was born in Peekskill, NY on March 8, 1992, the son of Richard Giuliano and Allyson Valente Giuliano. He was a school bus driver for Total Transportation in Wappingers Falls.

Rick loved his dog Luna and she would go with him wherever dogs were allowed. He was an avid sports fan and loved the NY Giants. He especially loved family vacations, throwing the football around on the beach, particularly LBI. He had a competitive spirit and was always down for games where he could show off his skills and impress the younger kids in his life. Rick loved family time and gatherings. Those who knew him will remember him for his sarcasm, wit and sense of humor and how his presence would light up the room.

Rick is survived by his mother Allyson Giuliano; his father Richard Giuliano and his fiancé Mellissa Carozza; his sister Amanda Giuliano and her boyfriend Ryan; his brother Chris Giuliano and his girlfriend Melody; his sister Lindsey Giuliano; his step-brother Nicholas Carozza; step-sister Danielle Carozza; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Calling hours will be held on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9pm at the McHoul Funeral Home, Inc., 895 Route 82, Hopewell Junction. The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday at 11am at the funeral home followed by interment in Hopewell Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to the Dutchess County SPCA.