Richard P. Pecora Jr.

Richard P. Pecora, Jr., 45, of Bradford, passed away, Wednesday, April 8, 2015, at Hamot Medical Center in Erie after a brief battle with cancer.

Born March 3, 1970, in Bradford he was a son of the late Richard P. Pecora, Sr. and Barbara J. (Klampt) Pecora who survives.

Mr. Pecora was a 1988 graduate of Bradford Central Christian High School. He attended the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, where he earned a BA in Communications and BS in Business. He graduated from St. Bonaventure University with a Masters Degree in Business Administration.

He started his working career with his father at BiLo Supermarket. He owned and operated Rockin Rick's Concert Club in Limestone. He moved to Las Vegas where he designed and sold a night club. Upon his return to the Bradford area he reopened Rockin Rick's Concert Club which later became the Speed Trap Restaurant. He was owner and CEO of WKEG 104.7 FM Radio Station.

He played baseball during high school at BCCHS and played on the soccer team for the University of Pittsburgh, at Bradford. He was a member of the Bradford City Slow Pitch Softball League and enjoyed skiing and golfing.

In addition to his mother he is survived by a brother, Robert P. (Jennifer) Pecora, of Bradford, one  niece, Andrea Pecora, one nephew, Domenic Pecora and one uncle Stanley (Patricia) Pecora Jr. and several cousins.

Family will be receiving friends on Saturday, April 18, 2015, from 10:00am to Noon in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc, 372 East Main Street, where funeral and committal services will be held at Noon with Rev. Raymond Gramata, pastor of St. Bernard Church officiating. Burial will be in St. Bernard Cemetery.

Memorials, if desired, may be made to American Cancer Society.

Online condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

 

HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home

33 South Avenue • Bradford, PA 16701

All Condolences -

Rick, I loved you like a brother cousin. We will meet again...I love you.
— STEPHEN LONZI

Rick you will be missed. You were such a great man with allot of insight. Very well known in the area leaving behind a legacy that will never be filled accomplishing so much Rick you were and always will be a man with a great amount of respect from people. Rest easy..... until we meet again To the family... Thoughts and condolences go out to you all....
— Kara

Rick was my friend. I don't know if it was two month sense we spoke so this is real shock. He was always upbeat and reaching for the stars. I sure hope you are in a better place now buddy. Love Rob
— Rob Dunn

Dear nephew,ill cherish the trust you put in me. Waiting with you for the ambulance to take you to erie. Waiting in the drs office ,helping you fill out paper work, going into the examining room with you. The trust that you put into me. I will miss you and our long conversations. Rest in peace and I will see you soon. Aunt sherry Pecora
— Sheryl Pecora

Prayers & condolences to all friends & family ...RIP Boss!
— Nikki Cartwright

To the Pecora Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Rick was more than just an employer to me, he was family. I will truly miss all of our talks and the jokes that we shared. I am so honored to be the reigning Mr. Rock'N Rick's.
— Derion DVyne-Island

Rick was a great man. Fun loving and very kind. This is a great loss to his entire family, mine, and many others. R.I.P "Rockin" Rick was a great man. Fun loving and very kind. This is a great loss to his entire family, mine, and many others. R.I.P "Rockin" Rick
— Donny Smith

Sorry for your loss
— Mark Bridge

Such a good guy! Rick you will truly be missed! So sorry to the family!
— Jeff Anderson

Such a good guy! Rick you will truly be missed! So sorry to the family!
— Jeff Anderson

There really aren't any words to make such a loss, one of the most well known businessman in the whole area. I'm holding on to the memories, the stories we shared, and the random wtf moments we had. In the last 7 years you were always steps ahead of me but never once did you leave me behind. Always pushing me, encouraging me to show and be the best. Your words will always remain with me but knowing the best way to keep them alive is to keep living by them. I will miss the random daily messages, and the looks you gave when I'd do or say something that most normal people wouldn't. And I am always going to cherish the fact that you weren't just a business man I knew but a friend at all times! Rest easy, until we meet again.
— Angela DiStrola-Haynoski

Missing you and your support for the lgbt community, as well as Veronyca's Showgirls. You've done so much for this community, and you'll be missed greatly. Hope you're enjoying paradise!
— Jess and Nikki Raney

I had the pleasure to meet Rick on many occasions through his beautiful mother and very great friend Barb. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and especially Barb. Rick was an energetic, caring and giving person who I am blessed to have known. Rest in Peace Rick!
— John Dolansky

Sending our sincere condolences to all of Rick's family and friends in this sad time. We are still in shock that he is gone. We frequented Rock n Ricks for many years, befriended Rick, were in business with him in Market America and considered him a good friend. We will miss him dearly. RIP dear friend, until we meet again.
— Betsy Schell

Barb and family, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May your memories give you peace now and the days ahead.
— Stacie Pecora-Salerno

A young man with visions. At times bigger than life. And yet he slipped away so silently. He always did have style.
— NLH

Sorry for your loss.
— Paul

Rick will always be missed... I was fortunate to know him and work with him over the past three decades... Gina and I are eternally grateful that he introduced us 5 years ago.
— Rob Krott (and Gina Pennock)

We are so sorry for the loss of Rick. He was a great guy and he was kind to everyone who he came across.. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family..
— Tom and Kathy Anderson

To a good friend. Many good times on the radio with you and at the club. Rest easy Rick.
— Bruce "Razorbak" Fyfe

To a good friend. Many good times on the radio with you and at the club. Rest easy Rick.
— Bruce "Razorbak" Fyfe

To a good friend. Many good times on the radio with you and at the club. Rest easy Rick.
— Bruce "Razorbak" Fyfe

so sorry for your loss
— Priscilla Griffith

Sorry for your loss. prayers for the family. May the great Spirit watch over you. Hal and Alice Morton.
— Hal

Fly high Rick..thank you for all you've done for us. We're pretty sure you're already wheeling, dealing and rocking up there. Rest in peace buddy, and our sincerest condolences to your family. Casey and Cyndi Smith and our boys. Miss you already....
— Cyndi and Casey Smith

To Rock's family - we are all so sorry for your loss. Rick was a one of a kind prize, and he did so much for his friends, fellow townspeople, and the local music industry, among others. He is, and will be, sadly missed.
— Jig

I am so sorry for your loss!! Rick was truly one of the best men I ever knew!!! He always looked for the best in others!!! He was willing to give me a second chance when a lot of other people weren't !!! He will be missed more than i can fully express in words!!!
— Alice Hannon

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers to you Barb and the rest of the family. He will be missed.
— Lucy Nuzzo

Many fun times with "Rockin" Rick back in the day. Prayers for the family during this time. Paul and Michelle Kelly
— Michellekelly

We are sorry for your loss
— Ray & Sondra McGee

Rick you're an amazing person and a great friend. You have done a lot for the community, especially the LGBTS community. You gave Veronyca's Showgirls a home to entertain for almost three years and we are still going strong and will continue to do so with you in our hearts. On behalf of Veronyca DeVaine-Paige and Veronyca's Showgirls may you rest in peace our dear friend.
— Veronyca DeVaine-Paige

Rick you're an amazing person and a great friend. You have done a lot for the community, especially the LGBTS community. You gave Veronyca's Showgirls a home to entertain for almost three years and we are still going strong and will continue to do so with you in our hearts. On behalf of Veronyca DeVaine-Paige and Veronyca's Showgirls may you rest in peace our dear friend.
— Veronyca DeVaine-Paige

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Pecora family. Sincerely Art & Lynn Klaffka
— Art & Lynn Klaffka

Barbara and Family, so saddened by the loss of Rick, I wish I could be there just to hold you and ease your pain.. Please accept my condolences.
— Mina Caswell Clark

The thoughts of the Tarbox family go out to the family of "Rockin" Rick Pecora. He was a great man and an unmatched business man.
— Andrew Tarbox Kloss

Rick Pecora was a wonderful man and still is. Its very hard to believe he is gone from our lives. My heart goes out to his family. He will definetly be sadly missed . I will never forget the fun times we had~ it should never have happened this way. I shall never forget all the laughter and times we sat at the bar and talked. I love you....I'll see you when I get there.
— Bobbie Jo Groff

Very sorry to hear about Rick and your loss. Very sad. If we can help in anyway please let us know. Sincerely, Kevin & Cindy Keane
— Cindy & Kevin Keane

My sympathy and prayers go out to all of Ricks many friends and family. Rick will be missed by the entire community and beyond.
— Tina Yost

You were too young....I don't know that there was a single person in the area that didn't know who you were....you left quite a legacy and memories galore. May heaven welcome you with open arms...and maybe a few rounds of golf.
— Kara

I'm Sorry for you loss he was a great person enjoyed going to rockin' ricks to see bands play.
— Kimberly Howard

Thank you for being a great friend, true and loyal. My heart is broken with the loss of you, and my thoughts and prayers are with your family. 1999 was a sad year for me, but one great thing did happen I met and befriended you. May God Bless you, embrace you, comfort you now and forever and ever, Amen.
— Eddie Walker, Jr.

I'm so very sorry for your loss. Rick was a great man. He gave us great music, food and fun. He touched many people's lives and will be greatly missed.
— Sara Kuhn

Sorry for your loss.. Rick was an amazing person and did so much for the community. He will forever be in our hearts..
— Courtney Hilliard

My prayers are with family and friends as we will all miss Rick a great deal.
— Tina Weilacher

I'll miss you so much man thanks for everything you have done for me rick! you are a wonder man and friend
— terry

R.I.P. my friend! You will be missed. You were not only a good friend but you were an excellent boss as well.....you made going to work fun and thanks for the many opportunities that you gave me that I could not have gotten anywhere else. You will be forever in my thoughts
— Andrew (Buddah) Ayers

Sorry for your loss. Rick is a great guy with a big heart.
— Mike Waid

Rock you were always a great friend to everyone and you will be missed. I know you're with some of your favorite musicians up in heaven! Much love and respect
— Staci

Words cannot even begin to express how heavy my heart is today. Rick, you gave me so many opportunities, and always supported me in all my projects. You taught me the business side I'd music, and showed me the ropes in promoting. But nite importantly, you where a friend. We made a great team in the local music community, and I cannot believe we won't be able to work together this year. None of it will ever be the same, and I will miss you greatly, my friend....
— John Lockwood

RIP Rick. You will be missed by many but never forgotten. Prayers going out to all of Rick's family and friends.
— Wendy Cullen

Words cannot even begin to express how heavy my heart is today. Rick, you gave me so many opportunities, and always supported me in all my projects. You taught me the business side I'd music, and showed me the ropes in promoting. But nite importantly, you where a friend. We made a great team in the local music community, and I cannot believe we won't be able to work together this year. None of it will ever be the same, and I will miss you greatly, my friend....
— John Lockwood

Words cannot even begin to express how heavy my heart is today. Rick, you gave me so many opportunities, and always supported me in all my projects. You taught me the business side I'd music, and showed me the ropes in promoting. But nite importantly, you where a friend. We made a great team in the local music community, and I cannot believe we won't be able to work together this year. None of it will ever be the same, and I will miss you greatly, my friend....
— John Lockwood

R.I.P Rick, you were a great person and I'm glad I had the opportunity of working for you, fly high
— Kayla Gifford

Words cannot even begin to express how heavy my heart is today. Rick, you gave me so many opportunities, and always supported me in all my projects. You taught me the business side I'd music, and showed me the ropes in promoting. But nite importantly, you where a friend. We made a great team in the local music community, and I cannot believe we won't be able to work together this year. None of it will ever be the same, and I will miss you greatly, my friend....
— John Lockwood

I am so saddened by the loss of Rick. he touched so many lives and his memory will live on. Prayers to his family during this hard time.
— Jessica

RIP Rick , you will be missed. You were a generous caring individual and I'm thankful that we got to know you .
— Susan Niegowski

RIP Rick , you will be missed. You were a generous caring individual and I'm thankful that we got to know you .
— Susan Niegowski

I am sorry for your loss. Rick was a great man and saw the best in others.
— Jamie Bradford

Condolences

  • Rick, I loved you like a brother cousin. We will meet again...I love you.

    — STEPHEN LONZI
  • Rick you will be missed. You were such a great man with allot of insight. Very well known in the area leaving behind a legacy that will never be filled accomplishing so much Rick you were and always will be a man with a great amount of respect from people. Rest easy..... until we meet again To the family... Thoughts and condolences go out to you all....

    — Kara
  • Rick was my friend. I don't know if it was two month sense we spoke so this is real shock. He was always upbeat and reaching for the stars. I sure hope you are in a better place now buddy. Love Rob

    — Rob Dunn
  • Dear nephew,ill cherish the trust you put in me. Waiting with you for the ambulance to take you to erie. Waiting in the drs office ,helping you fill out paper work, going into the examining room with you. The trust that you put into me. I will miss you and our long conversations. Rest in peace and I will see you soon. Aunt sherry Pecora

    — Sheryl Pecora
  • Prayers & condolences to all friends & family ...RIP Boss!

    — Nikki Cartwright