Rico Marko Velarde
March 8, 1978 - January 6, 2015
Rico Marko Velarde
1978 ~ 2015
Rico Marko Velarde was born March 8, 1978 in SLC, Utah to Mary Velarde and Gabriel Valeriano. He was the oldest of three. He lived for his family, especially his mother! He had several friends he loved as his own brothers – they know who they are; his friendships meant so much to him.
Rico was a dedicated worker who prided himself in his hard work, anything Rico put his mind to he would do. He spent many hours studying to complete the UT EAP program in 2012 to then become a Journeyman Electrician in the IBEW 354.
Rico was a wonderful son, father and uncle. He had a big heart, always worried about others. Rico loved to make people laugh; his laugh alone would make you laugh.
Survived by his mother Mary Ray and stepfather John Ray, daughter Tyler Dodge (who he adored), sisters Danielle (Shane) Velarde and Shannon (Jesse) Ray, grandma "grams" and many nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts, cousins and friends.
Preceded in death by his grandpa Alfred Velarde and close friends Shawn Barton, Mike Madrid, and Pam Carter.
A viewing will be held on Tuesday, January 13, 2015 from 6 to 8 pm at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3451 South 900 East, Salt Lake City, Utah. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, January 14,, 2015 at 11am at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, 7405 South Redwood Road, West Jordan, Utah.
Special thanks to his uncle Joey and aunt Sandra for all her help in laying Rico to rest. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Wells Fargo, Rico Velarde account #2904241722.
In Loving Memory
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