Richard B. DiFedele

Richard died peacefully in his sleep on the boat he loved, Breakaway, Longboat Key, FL on January 31, 2025, just weeks before his 76th birthday. Richard was raised on the family farm in Colts Neck, NJ. He attended Christian Brothers Academy where he was active in debate which prepared him for Princeton where he majored in economics. Richard earned his law degree from George Washington University National Law Center with honors where he was editor in chief of the Journal of International Law and Economics. His professional career began as a construction law litigator for the US General Services Administration. Subsequently, he moved into the private sector to work on large construction contracts including the Clinch River Breeder Reactor. Throughout his career, Richard provided a full range of contract management and legal services, including formation, negotiation and management; change and modifications; resolution of large project construction, delay, impact and design claims and disputes; litigation management; cost avoidance; and risk management. Highlights include The Big Dig in Boston, and the East Side Access Project in NYC, as well as international projects. He cherished the jacket given to him by the Embassy of the United States of America, Santiago, Chile, for his work there. As a Princeton undergraduate, Richard began his love story with his wife-to-be Marie, and many lifelong relationships including Mick McGinnis, who predeceased him. Decades of adventures included numerous ski and boating trips shared with Mick and wife Missy. Richard traversed the entire east coast in various waterways from Key Largo, FL to Penobscot, ME, seeking out interesting ports and live music. Over the years, Richard was active in Boston’s Princeton Club, and class reunions chair of various subcommittees. Richard was predeceased by his parents Mildred and Tullio DiFedele, Sr. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Marie; their two daughters, Lisa with partner Jeff, and Anastasia with husband Chris; two grandsons, Tristan and Shiloh; his sister Marcie and brother Tullio. Richard will be eternally remembered for his integrity, wisdom, generosity, compassion, and love of family and life. A private celebration of life will be held in his hometown, and while no public services are planned, we deeply appreciate your thoughts and prayers during this time.

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Richard B. DiFedele

January 31, 2025