Richard William DeSimone 65 of Dade City passed away in his home on May 18,2016. He was born in Passaic, NJ on August 22, 1950 to John and Frieda DeSimone. He was survived by his Daughter Latitia (Joseph) Powell, Son Anthony (Danielle) DeSimone of Dade City, step son Kyle Campagna of Clearwater sister Donna (Jeff) DeSimone of Lecanto, granddaughters Celeste, Ciara, Rylee and Leighton , former wife and dear friend Deborah Ross DeSimone, all of Dade City. Richard grew up in Lecanto, FL, attended The University of Florida and enjoyed many sports and was an avid golfer. He was president and CEO of Sunpress Publications for 22 years before becoming a Financial Planner in later years.He was a loving father and grandfather and will be greatly missed.No Services, there will be a private family memorial at a future date.In leau of flowers the family requests that donations may be made to:The Michael J. Fox Foundation For Parkinsons Research.