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In Memoriam

Angelena F. Richards, 98

January 22, 1923 - November 19, 2021.

Angelena F. Richards

ONEONTA – Angelena F. Richards, 98, passed away November 19, 2021.

She was born in Oneonta on January 22, 1923 to John and Lena (Cologero) Foti.

Ange spent the early years of her life working aside her parents and siblings at the family bakery.  She graduated from St. Mary’s School in June 1937 and from Oneonta High School June 1941.

She was employed by the New York Telephone Company for 33 years, at the Mica Plant for 3 years and was a teacher’s aide at Center Street and Riverside Schools for 25 years.

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