Richard Argiro Alzate, born November 24, 1983 in Providence, Rhode Island, entered eternal rest in his home in Hope, Rhode Island on Thursday, February 2, 2024. Leaving an indescribable and immesureable impact on countless people. He was not just a person or a man, but an experience. Those who had the pleasure of having Richard in their life know they would never come across another person so unique and loving twice in a lifetime. He did not “light up a room” - he was the room and anyone who entered was lightened by him. He had passion unlike anyone else, passion for success, family, friends, sports, travel and all the finer things in life. There was no limit to what he could and could not do and he let that be known. With an intense love that was undeniable, you felt every bit of, every word he’s ever spoken and every action he’s ever taken - it was impactful. When he loved, he loved immensely, when he spoke, it was effective, and when he laughed it was contagious. A witty and intelligent man who had the power of a thousand men you could not help but love and admire. A man you wanted around because he made the world that much better. No matter the circumstance, he, with or without intent, made living that much better. From his ridiculous banters, dark humor, and his wild and almost unbelievable stories, there was no limit to his character and how he truly left a mark on all of us. Richard thrived and lived for an abundance of just three simple things - good times, good food and good company. Finally finding his passion and calling as a contractor, Richard was the founder and creator of RICH Transformations, LLC a successful company that was created as an example and legacy for his only son. A devoted father who lived and breathed for him - an extension of him who he would brag about to anyone with an ear. A son who was a spitting image of him and who he wanted to make proud and provide for. Richard lived a life we could only dream of, taking full advantage of all the opportunities in front of him and succeeded in anything and everything he put his mind to. Richard leaves behind so many memories and so many moments those closest to him will forever remember and cherish. If Richard has taught us anything, it is to live without regret, give the benefit of the doubt and to never be spiteful or hold a grudge, and to live your life to the fullest. Richard Argiro Alzate is lived by his adored son, Richard “Richy” Alzate, his father, Luis “Makina” Alzate and cherished mother, Maury Alzate, his brother, George Alzate, his sisters Jesilth Alzate and Yvonne Bourk his loving grandmother Mariela “Mamita” Molina, and late grandfather Luis "Papito" Carlos Molina, 12 cousins and 6 nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend his wake on Thursday, February 8th from 5:00PM to 8:00PM in Keefe Funeral Home, 5 Higginson Avenue, Lincoln, Rhode Island. A Mass of Christian Burial will be on Friday, February 9th at 10:00am at St. John the Baptist Church, 69 Quincy Ave., Pawtucket. Please meet directly at the church. Burial is private.



Richard Argiro Alzate, nacido el 24 de noviembre de 1983 en Providence, Rhode Island, entró en el descanso eterno en su casa de Hope, Rhode Island, el jueves 2 de febrero de 2024. Dejando un impacto indescriptible e insuperable en innumerables personas. No era sólo una persona o un hombre, sino una experiencia. Aquellos que tuvieron el placer de tener a Richard en su vida saben que nunca se cruzarían con otra persona tan única y cariñosa dos veces en la vida. No "iluminaba una habitación", sino que él era la habitación y todo el que entraba en ella era iluminado por él. Tenía una pasión como nadie, pasión por el éxito, la familia, los amigos, los deportes, los viajes y todas las cosas buenas de la vida. No había límites para lo que podía o no podía hacer, y lo hacía saber. Con un amor intenso que era innegable, sentías que cada una de sus palabras y acciones eran impactantes. Cuando amaba, amaba inmensamente, cuando hablaba, era eficaz, y cuando reía, era contagioso. Un hombre ingenioso e inteligente que tenía la fuerza de mil hombres al que no podías evitar querer y admirar. Un hombre al que querías cerca porque hacía que el mundo fuera mucho mejor. No importaba la circunstancia, él, con o sin intención, hacía la vida mucho mejor. Con sus ridículas bromas, su humor negro y sus alocadas y casi increíbles historias, no había límites para su carácter y para la forma en que realmente dejó huella en todos nosotros. Richard vivía y prosperaba gracias a tres cosas sencillas: buenos momentos, buena comida y buena compañía. Finalmente encontrar su pasión y vocación como contratista, Richard fue el fundador y creador de RICH Transformations LLC una empresa de éxito que fue creado como un ejemplo y un legado para su único hijo. Un padre devoto que vivía y respiraba para él - una extensión de él de la que presumía a cualquiera que tuviera oídos. Un hijo que era su vivo retrato y al que quería enorgullecer y mantener. Richard vivió una vida con la que sólo podíamos soñar, aprovechando al máximo todas las oportunidades que se le presentaban y triunfando en todo lo que se proponía. Richard deja tras de sí tantos recuerdos y tantos momentos que sus seres queridos siempre recordarán y apreciarán. Si Richard nos ha enseñado algo, es a vivir sin remordimientos, a dar el beneficio de la duda y a no ser nunca rencoroso ni guardar rencor, y a vivir la vida al máximo. Richard Argiro Alzate es vivido por su adorado hijo, Richard "Richy" Alzate, su padre, Luis "Makina" Alzate y su querida madre, Maury Alzate, su hermano, George Alzate, sus hermanas Jesilth Alzate e Yvonne Bourk, su cariñosa abuela Mariela "Mamita" Molina, y su difunto abuelo Luis "Papito" Carlos Molina, 12 primos y 6 sobrinas y sobrinos. Familiares y amigos están invitados a asistir a su velatorio el jueves 8 de febrero de 2024 de 5PM a 8PM en Keefe Funeral Home, 5 Higginson Avenue, Lincoln, Rhode Island.