CAROTA - Richard J. Of Orchard Park, NY, July 9, 2020. Beloved husband of Colleen S. (Leonard) Carota; dearest father of Adam C. Carota and Mercedes F. Carota (Stephen E. Scrocchi); son of Domenick and Mary (Bugno) Carota; brother of Mary Ellen (Mark) Phelan, Patricia (late Raymond) Endreny, Susan (Bud) Crosby and Diane (Bo) Bohannon; also survived by nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the convenience of the family. Mr. Carota was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorial contributions may be made to Cradle Beach Camp. Arrangements by: ERIE COUNTY CREMATION SERVICE, (716) 824-6435, 873 Abbott Rd., Buffalo, NY 14220. Please share your condolences at: www.ERIECOUNTYCREMATIONSERVICE.com