Dr. Arthur Paul "Art" Ricciardi, born on December 16, 1949, in Bronx, New York, passed on to glory peacefully of natural causes in his home in Suffolk, Virginia on December 26, 2024.

Art is survived by his beloved wife and best friend, Rosemarie Ricciardi; daughter, Stephanie Oliver (Louis), and her children, Gabriel Oliver (Meagan), Josephine, Liberty, and Faith Oliver; son, Matthew Ricciardi (Janice), and his children, Gareth and Sophia Ricciardi; sister, Evelyn Ricciardi; and brother, Douglas Ricciardi.

Art had the heart of a worshipper and his journey on earth was characterized by love, compassion, and unwavering faith in God.

Art dedicated his professional life to propagating educational truth causing a restoration of the heart of the individual with the effect of restoring the "Republic of the United States", through his love of educating the next generations.

Art's zeal for God, life, and learning is reflected through John 4:24 - "God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and in truth". His joy of living and his love of people have endeared him to many students and colleagues.

The celebration of life service to honor the life of Dr. Arthur Paul Ricciardi will be held on January 18, 2025 at 2:30 pm located at 1629 Jolliff Road, Chesapeake, VA 23321. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to go to www.stonebridgeschool.com .