Acerra, Richard S., of Newtonville, September 16, 2018. Beloved husband of Jean F. (Kalowes) Acerra. Devoted father of Richard G. Acerra of Newton, Frances and her husband Dr. Robert Gilardetti of Newton, Stephanie and her husband Shaun Hennessy of Hingham. Dear brother of the late Leo, Robert and Stephen Acerra. Loving grandfather of Marisa, Rachael and Erica. Richard took great joy in being with his wife, children, grandchildren and his many friends. Funeral from the Burke & Blackington Funeral Home, 1479 Washington St., (Rte. 16), West Newton, Thursday, Sept. 20 at 9:00 AM, followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Bernard's Church, West Newton at 10:00 AM. Visiting hours Wednesday evening from 4:00 - 8:00 PM. Remembrances may be made in Richard's memory to NAMI Massachusetts, The Schrafft Center, 529 Main St., Suite 1M17, Boston, MA 02129.