Paul Roy “Nono” Ricciardi, 91, a 63-year resident of Burlington, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 7, 2026, surrounded by the love and comfort of his devoted family. His gentle departure marked the end of a long and fulfilling life that touched many through his steadfast character, warm humor, and quiet dedication to those he loved.
Ricciardi met the love of his life, Claire Flynn, while in high school. Two years after their first date, the couple married, beginning a love story that spanned more than 70 years. Together they raised two sons.
Paul took great pride in being a devoted husband and father, creating a home filled with stability, encouragement, and joyful moments. Even after retirement, his role as family patriarch remained central to his identity.
Ricciardi dedicated his entire professional career to Polaroid, where he worked as a facilities manager until his retirement. He was admired for his incredible work ethic and took immense pride in the fact that he never called in sick throughout his entire career. Colleagues and family alike respected his reliability, attention to detail, and the high standards he set for himself.
Known affectionately as Nono to his grandchildren, Ricciardi cherished time spent with family and enjoyed the simple pleasures of life. His strong Italian heritage, sense of humor, and ability to make others feel welcome left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know him. He remained active and engaged well into his later years. No names of his children or grandchildren have been publicly released.
No funeral arrangements have been announced. The family has requested privacy as they mourn. Ricciardi was 91 years old. He worked at Polaroid for his entire career, never missed a day of work due to illness, and was married to Claire for over 70 years. Those are the details his loved ones are sharing as they grieve.
Anyone wishing to honor Ricciardi’s memory may reach out to the family through local community contacts in Burlington. His legacy of love, loyalty, hard work, and quiet strength will continue to comfort and guide his wife Claire, his sons, grandchildren, and all whose lives he touched. No additional information has been released.
