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Richard Washburn Obituary

Richard E. Washburn RAYNHAM Richard E. Washburn, age 58, resident of Raynham, formerly of Brockton, died at his home Friday, Nov. 21. Richard was born March 14, 1950, in Brockton. He was a son of the late Richard L. and Mary J. Washburn. Richard was a long time employee of DeSantis Chevrolet of Brockton and enjoyed being with family and friends. Dickies main interest was taking a Sunday ride on his motorcycle. He is survived by his former wife, Jeanne P. Grasso of Bridgewater; and his children, Steven D. and his wife Lori of Bridgewater, Brian and his wife Lauren of Canton and Carol Gedgaudas of Attleboro; and a long time companion, Deborah Cushing of Brockton; loving Papa of Kelsie and Alyssa of Bridgewater, Cameron of Canton, Tabitha and Thomas of Attleboro; brother of Michael of Brockton, Ronald of Easton, Martin, Russell, Robert and Theresa Jeffers, all of Arkansas. A funeral service will be held Tuesday, Nov. 25, at 7 p.m. at the Prophett-Chapman, Cole & Gleason Funeral Home, 98 Bedford St. (Rte. 18), Bridgewater. Visiting hours to be held prior to service from 4-6:45 p.m. Interment private. Prophett-Chapman Cole & Gleason 508-697-4332

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Published by The Enterprise from Nov. 23 to Nov. 24, 2008.

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Michele Mccarthy Tony Soares

December 5, 2008

Steve/Brian and Jean: As you know I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your dad was such a nice person. I looked forward to the parties you had with your dad. He was such a nice person to talk to. He was a very caring person. He will be missed. We are here for you if you need anthing.

Jean & Gail Washburn (Gammel)

November 30, 2008

Steven and Brian we are so sorry for your loss we want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers we love you

Joanne (McGrath) Spencer

November 26, 2008

Marty and Family,
So sorry to hear about Dickie's passing. I have great memories of being with him when we were together Marty, such a long time ago. I saw Dickie a few years ago and we "reminisced". My deepest sympathies to the whole family

Dan Adams

November 25, 2008

To all who knew and loved "Dick" may the memory of his smile and laugh, bring the same to you during your difficult time, I consider him a true friend of mine

Dan Adams

Ed Cushing

November 25, 2008

Brian and Steve,
I am very sorry for your loss. Your dad was a great friend and we will all miss him very much. He was very proud of both of you. He was one of the real good guys that I have had the pleasure of knowing.

Sheila and Sydney Halet

November 25, 2008

Mr. Washburn was a kind and really nice car salesman to us. Five years ago, we had the pleasure of his help purchasing a car at Desantis. We are so sorry for his too early passing. Our Sincere Sympathy.

Edward Gallego

November 25, 2008

Sorry for your loss, an old friend of the familly

Jean Loud

November 25, 2008

Steve, Brian and Jeanne - I am so sorry to hear about Dickie. I won't be able to attend the service, but please know I am thinking of you all and you're in my prayers.
Love,
Junior

Erik Gordon

November 25, 2008

Dear family,
So sorry to hear about dicky,I knew him for just over a year,I met him at Desantis chevrolet and from day one we were friends,I learned so much from him in that year and cant believe he is gone.after his back opperation I visited him once a week and brought him things he wanted from the store.he was getting stronger every day.the last time I saw him was thursday and he was in great spirits,he always talked about his family mostly the little ones,he told me some things about life that I will take with me for the rest of mine......I will never forget Dick Washburn!

KEVIN COOPER

November 25, 2008

BRIAN I WAS SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF THERE IS ANYTHING I CAN TO DO HELP AT THIS SAD TIME.

ARTIE LEMIEUX

November 24, 2008

DEAR STEVE AND BRIAN IM VERY SAD TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOSS OF YOUR FATHER,HE WAS A VERY GOOD FRIEND TO ME.I WILL CHERISH ALL THE MEMORIES THAT I HAVE OF HIM.HE WAS ALWAYS TALKING ABOUT YOU GUYS AND HOW PROUD YOU HE WAS. I WILL MISS HIM GREATLY.

Paul, MaryAnne, Casandra & Kim Cole

November 24, 2008

To the Family: A friend since childhood,we will remember Dickie always with a smile and a joke. We will miss him. With our deepest sympathy and Love.
The Cole Family

Lori Washburn

November 24, 2008

We miss you Papa!!! We liked sleeping over your house when you had your dog Cocoa! Thanks for sitting with us and watching tv.

Love you forever Kelsie and Alyssa xoxoxoxo

Paul Hammond

November 24, 2008

Steve,sorry for your loss.I didn't get to know your dad until a few years ago,but in the few times I talked with him,I could see what a nice guy he was.Its too bad you lost him at such a young age.

Kathy McGee

November 24, 2008

I was so sad to hear of Dick's passing. I was in having service on my car at DeSantis today and asked if Dick was back at work and was told of his passing. I purchased several cars from Dick over the years and I couldn't have asked for a more sincere salesman. I will sincerely miss him. My deepest sympathy to all of his family.

kathie jones

November 24, 2008

Dear Jean, Steve, Brian and families. So many fond memories. Dicky will always live on in our hearts! We love you guys so much.

Kathie, Kent and Katie Jones

David Neudeck

November 24, 2008

To the family;
I had the pleasure of working with "Dickie" at DeSantis Chevrolet and I walk away a better person for having known him. He was perhaps the most "stand up" man I ever met. He would give you the shirt off his back and always had a quick easy smile. I will miss him alot.

marion sawler

November 24, 2008

Steve my thoughts and prays are with you . Bills mom

DAWN (MARNELL) GOUVEIA

November 23, 2008

DEAR JEANNE, STEVE AND BRIAN, I WAS SO SHOCKED AND SADDENED TO HEAR THAT DICKIE PASSED AWAY. I WILL KEEP YOU ALL IN MY PRAYERS. I'LL NEVER FORGET THE ANNUAL 'DUNK DICKIE DAY' :-) TAKE CARE.

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