Rick and Mary currently reside in Fonda, New York and have been happily married for 22 years. They enjoy spending time with their blended family. Together, they share the joy of family outings with Rick’s four children and ten grandchildren. They are both passionate about traveling and cherish their family adventures.

Mary is a retired educator with over 23 years of experience specializing in supporting individuals with learning and behavioral needs. Mary holds a Master of Science in Education from the College of Saint Rose, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude, and was inducted into prestigious honor societies such as Delta Epsilon Sigma and Kappa Gamma Pi.

Before that, she transferred from Fulton Montgomery Community College, earning honors with membership in Phi Theta Kappa and Alpha Alpha Upsilon Chapter.

Beyond her teaching career, Mary has been deeply committed to community service. She has volunteered with various organizations, including Fulton Montgomery Cooperative Extension, Catholic Charities, The Foundation of Fulton-Montgomery Community College, The Miracle-Ear Foundation, and The Family Counseling Center. Her dedication to making a difference extends to participating in both local and national fundraising efforts.