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C. Richard "Dick" Stevens
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He was the husband of Barbara M. (Grant) Fisher Stevens.
A resident of Cotuit since 1992, he had previously lived in Grafton and Mendon, and was a general contractor and owner of Stevens and Associates in Grafton.
Mr. Stevens was born in Hudson, on Sept. 17, 1929, the son of the late Charles F. and Eileen (Shortsleeve) Stevens.
He loved horses and was a breeder of Morgan horses. He was also a member of the New England Morgan Horse Association, Massachusetts Morgan Association, and the AMHA (American Morgan Horse Association).
He had served in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, C. Richard "Rick" Stevens of Portsmouth, R.I.; two daughters, Angela and her husband Jeff Carota of Grafton, and Sally and her husband Stephen Costello of Milford; a son-in-law, Neal Campbell of Cape May Courthouse, N.J.; two sisters, Phyllis Shakour of Brewster and Lynda Dalton of Dennis; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a son, Robert L. Fisher Jr. and a daughter, Jane Fisher Campbell.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2008, at 9 a.m., from the Buma-Sargeant Funeral Home, 42 Congress St., Milford, MA 01757, followed by a Mass of the Resurrection, at 10 a.m., in Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 7 E. Main St., Milford. Interment will follow in Hopedale Village Cemetery, Mendon Street, Route 16, Hopedale.
Visiting hours will be Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2008, from 5 to 7 p.m., in the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Jimmy Fund, c/o Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Division of Development & The Jimmy Fund, 10 Brookline Place West, 6th floor, Brookline, MA 02445.
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Mary Lou Cosgrove
September 8, 2008
My mother Marion McDonald asked me to convey her sympathy on Dick's death. Our family knew Dick for many years. We were neighbors at Riviera Towers in the Bahamas. Dick was very kind and helpful to my mother over the years. She always knew she could rely on him for assistance when needed.We are all saddened by his sudden passing.
Paull & June Anderson
August 27, 2008
Uncle Dick was a most wonderful and very special, loved, member of our family. He made our young years full of so many joys and pleasures. He was always there and quick to help and guide with his gracious manner and wisdom. He was cheerful in all weather and such a pleasure to be around. We all owe him a deep debt of gratitude for the blessing he was in the lives of all of us nephews and the neices. We will always cherish the fond memories and keep his dear spirit in our hearts. May The Lord especially comfort Barbara, Rick, Angela and the rest of his beloved family during this time of deep loss and sorrow. We send our love to all.
Sue Powers-Smith
August 27, 2008
Angela & Rick,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family during this sad occasion.
Robert & Roxanne Sardelli Greenway
August 26, 2008
Success:
To laugh often and much,
To win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children,
To earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends, To appreciate beauty, To find the best in others, To leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch, or a redeemed social condition; To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded! ~Ralph Waldo Emerson
An admirable man who will be sorely missed.
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Senator Dick and Joanne Moore
August 26, 2008
Joanne and I were deeply saddened to learn of Dick's sudden passing. He was a truly good and decent man and he will be missed. Our prayers are with Barbara and the family.
Lyla Waterman
August 26, 2008
Rick....We were so shocked to hear about your Dad. We all have you in our thoughts and prayers. Life is so fleeting isn't it. Barbara we have you too in our thoughts and prayers. We have such fond memories.
With loving thoughts to you both.
Lyla, Eila, Kathi, Kristen, Maureen, Bob, and Carissa
Nicholas Cardone
August 26, 2008
Our deepest condolances to you Barbara & Family. May he rest in peace. Nick & Evelyn Cardone
George Doc Fregeau
August 26, 2008
From the Department of Massachusetts Marine Corps League:
Please accept our deepest regrets and condolences on the passing of Former Marine Richard Stevens.
There is a poem written by a Marine in the Korean War.
It goes like this,
Do not stand by my grave and weep
I am not there; I do not sleep.
When you awaken in the morning's hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush of quiet birds circling in flight.
Do not stand by my grave and cry ...
I am not there. I did not die.
I am a Marine now and always
protecting and serving our
Supreme Father into infinity.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Semper-Fi
George Doc Fregeau
500 Merriam Avenue
Leominster, MA 01453
Marine Corps League
Department of Massachusetts
Chaplain
Tom Moylan
August 26, 2008
On to the Big Horse show in the Heavens, where the memories are many !!
Friends through Morgans
August 26, 2008
To all of Dick's family,
We were sad to hear the news about Dick,and we've got each one of you in our prayers and thoughts. It was always enjoyable to talk to Dick about Morgans.
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