Paul E. Ricci

Paul E. Ricci, (74) lifelong resident of Waterloo, passed away at Unity Hospital in Greece, surrounded by his family and close friends. A time for visitation will be held on Saturday, February 1st, 2025 from 11AM –1 PM at Doran Funeral Home, 4 East Bayard St., Seneca Falls. A brief funeral service will immediately follow at 1 PM at the funeral home.

Paul was born in Seneca Falls, son of the late Louis and Marion (Ashley) Ricci. He grew up in Waterloo and graduated from Waterloo High, Class of 1968.

Over the years, Paul worked for Goulds Pumps, Seneca Falls Machine & Seneca Army Depot. Fixing cars was always a hobby of his that eventually turned into a steady income selling car parts online.

From a young age, it was evident that Paul did things his way. He loved everything about racing, cars, and going fast. In his younger years, he traveled all over racing the cars he built. For over 40 years, Paul has had a bright yellow 1965 Mercury Comet that he loved to drive & show off. You would be sure to always see him at all of the local car shows.

When he wasn’t on an adventure with Joann, you could usually find Paul at Dunkin Donuts or a swap meet selling or searching for old Ford parts. It was his love of cars that brought him some of his closest lifelong friendships. His family and friends will miss him dearly.

Paul is survived by his daughters, Shelley (Rob) Ricci Galligan and Lisa Pelow; grandson, Andrew Causey; brothers, Robert and Michael Ricci; nephew, Lance Ricci; girlfriend, Joann Myers.

In addition to his parents, Paul was predeceased by his wife, Clarissa (Smithover) Ricci and nephews; Christopher, Jason, and Patrick Ricci.