De Angelis died of congestive heart failure Dec. 28, 2005 at his home
in Silver Spring, said his son, Richard M. De Angelis. He also had
complications from prostate cancer.
Served in the Navy during the Korean War.
Performed stand-up comedy for many years under the name Richy
Roach.
Received a master's degree in 1983 from the University of Maryland's
theater arts program.
Participated in animal rights marches in Washington, D.C., in 1990 and
1996.
Worked as an accountant before enrolling in acting school at the age of
38.