Richard E. Pizzotti of Stoneham, formerly of Somerville November 29, 2009 at age 80. Beloved husband of 50 years to Catherine (LaBella) Pizzotti. Devoted father of Diane Monsef, Nancy Pizzotti and the late Victor Pizzotti. Cherished grandfather of Adrianne and Michael Monsef, Taylor, Domenic and Victor Pizzotti. Loving son of the late Adel (Castignoli) and Abdon Pizzotti, Sr. Dear brother of Sr. Mary Mark, Lola Fasano and the late Miro, Abdon Jr., Diane and Nemi Pizzotti. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. US Army Veteran, Military Police, Korean War. Funeral from the Barile Family Funeral Home 482 Main St. (RT28) STONEHAM Thursday at 9 am followed by a Funeral Mass Celebrating Richard's Life in St. Patrick's Church, 71 Central St., Stoneham at 10 am. Family and friends are kindly invited to gather and share remembrances with the family on Wednesday from 4-8 pm in the funeral home. Parking attendants will be available. Please honor Richard with donations to New England Center for Homeless Veterans, 17 Court St., Boston, MA 02108. Lifetime member Elks #915, Medford and ITAM, Post 8, Medford.