Seasonal & Holidays

Berkeley Man Most Compassionate Dad With A Big Heart, Devotion To Kids

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to shine a light on awesome dads. Berkeley, meet Anthony Ricciardi.

Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to show dads across the country some love this Father's Day. Meet Anthony Ricciardi of Berkeley, New Jersey.
Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to show dads across the country some love this Father's Day. Meet Anthony Ricciardi of Berkeley, New Jersey. (Courtesy of Rebecca Ricciardi)

BERKELEY, NJ— Father's Day is the perfect time to give a big thanks to all the dads who put smiles on our faces. Berkeley, meet Anthony Ricciardi.

If you know a dad who sends sweet, silly or thoughtful texts your way, you’re pretty lucky. Texts from Dad have a way of putting a smile on our faces — and this Father’s Day, we’re celebrating the fathers behind the phones!

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to shine a light on awesome dads and the funny, insightful things they say. This submission comes from Rebecca Ricciardi, who nominated Anthony Ricciardi of Berkeley.

What makes your dad extra special?

Anthony is the most compassionate, caring person with a big heart, always puts others first! Besides going that extra mile every day for his family, he will do this for other people without even giving it a second thought about it. The amount of hours he works everyday to give his kids a better life you just can’t put into words!

Why do you feel your dad deserves the spotlight?

Anthony deserves the spotlight because of what a wonderful person he is to his family and friends. Sometimes people like this go unnoticed!

Happy Father’s Day to Anthony Ricciardi, and thank you for all you do!

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