Richard (Dickie) Pugliese

March 28, 1937 - September 24, 2018

Saratoga Springs, NY It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Grandfather, Father and Husband Richard (Dickie) Pugliese. Dickie was born on March 28, 1937 and grew up in Newcomb, NY. He joined the NAVY and was very proud of his service. Eventually he moved his family to Saratoga Springs and became involved with the Saratoga Harness Track and loved the track his entire life. Dickie is survived by his wife Mary; children Pam (James) Allen, Patty (Tim) King, Richard (Hope) Pugliese, Brenda DeMartino; grandchildren Kevin Duane, Kim (Pete) Russo, Nick Segel, Timmy (Becca) May, and 6 great-grandchildren; sister Judy (Dave); brothers Ronnie and Dave and numerous cousin. Dickie owned and operated Five Points Grocery for many years. In 2007 someone wrote the following tribute to Dickie and how he operated his business: Five Points Grocery (and Dickie) RIP Five Points was a fixture on the South side of Saratoga for as long as anyone can remember. It survived the Vietnam War, the Invasion of Grenada, and outlasted The Cold War. Dick Pugliese was its most famous owner. Complete with his comb-ove, cigar and a .38 tucked in his waistband. Dick always had a kind word and a kind heart. Five Points was a place to get city news, fresh coffee, daily newspaper, and a helping hand if needed. The store was a pioneer in the arcade gaming industry. The store employed dozens of neighborhood citizens over the years. On Christmas Day 1992 the store was open for a few hours so people could buy items for breakfast and other last minute items. Five points is survived by a community that may never get over its loss… Calling hours will be held on Thursday September 27, from 4-7pm, at the Tunison Funeral Home, 105 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Burial with full military honors will be held at the Gerald BH Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery 200 Duell Rd. Schuylerville, NY on, Friday September 28, at 10:30am. Please consider donating to the Parkinson's Foundation 1359 Broadway, Suite 1509, New York, NY 10018, in memory of Dickie. Online remembrances may be made at www.tunisonfuneralhome.com.