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Richard J. Beaudry

Richard Beaudry Obituary

Richard J. Beaudry formerly of Dracut, active in youth sports; 59 WAKEFIELD Richard J. Beaudry, 59, a resident of Wakefield for the last year, died unexpectedly on Thursday, July 17, 2008 at the Melrose-Wakefield Hospital. Born in Lowell, on March 5, 1949, he was a son of the late Wibur Beaudry and Yvette (Elie) Beaudry of Dracut who survives him. Mr. Beaudry had been employed with Zoll Medical of Chelmsford, as a production controller. He was a longtime resident of Dracut and Lowell, and held membership in the Lafayette Club of Lowell. Active in youth sports, Mr. Beaudry was a longtime Pop Warner Football coach in Dracut, and had also coached in Chelmsford. He coached Little League Baseball for many years in Lowell. In addition to his mother, Yvette, he is survived by the mother of his children, Marie E. (Roy) Beaudry of Nashua, NH; two daughters and their husbands, Lisa A. and Dennis Curran of Chelmsford, and Lynn M. and William Cassotis of Windham, NH; four brothers and their spouses, Ronald J. and Elaine Beaudry of W. Boylston, Donald J. and Gina Beaudry of Dracut, David J. and Debbie Beaudry of Lowell, and Robert G. and Donna Beaudry of Dracut; two sisters, Nancy Nobrega and Diane Guerin and her husband, Michael, all of Lowell; seven grandchildren, Eddie and Alexis Lanoue, and Aidan and Tatum Curran, all of Chelmsford, Philip Curran of Hudson, NH, Michaela Murphy and Ava Cassotis, both of Windham, NH; a brother-in-law, Richard Fells of Dracut; also several nieces and nephews. He was a brother of the late Elizabeth Fells, and uncle of the late Kenneth Leandro and Donna Leandro. He was the former husband of Shealagh Darragh of Lowell. He leaves a dear friend, Gail Stavis of Wakefield. BEAUDRY Richard J., age 59. Relatives and friends may call at the McKENNA-OUELLETTE FUNERAL HOME, 327 Hildreth Street, from 6 until 8 P.M. on Tuesday. His Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday morning at 9 A.M. in St. John the Evangelist Church, No. Chelmsford. Burial in St. Joseph Cemetery. For those who wish, donations in his name may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. For directions or condolences, please visit www.mckennaouellette.com

Published by Lowell Sun from Jul. 21 to Jul. 22, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Beaudry

Sponsored by Yvette Beaudry, Mother and Friend.

60 Entries

Chris Kibbe

January 5, 2018

I worked with Rick at Mark's Rolling Dance Revue in the late 90's-00's. A wonderful guy with a wonderful heart and a perfect disc jockey voice. From time to time I'll think of him and miss some of those old days.

March 5, 2015

Hey, Today is March 5th and would have been your 65th birthday.. Wow we are all getting so old now.. But I had to wish you a Happy Birthday. It's going on seven years now and yet it doesn't seem that long. So wishing you a Happy Birthday and to let you know how much I miss you guys. A lot..

Love & Prayers
Always..

Sussy

March 5, 2013

Hi Dick,

Just wanted to say, "Happy Birthday to you." I didn't forget.. Miss you a lot..

Love,

Nancy

July 14, 2012

Hi Dick,

Well four years coming up this week and it went by so fast. Still think and miss you alot.

Love you,

Sussy

March 5, 2012

Hi Dick,

Well today is your birthday and I wanted to say, "Happy Birthday to you.." I hope you have a party up there with Mom, Dad, Betty and David.

I love and miss you.

Sussy

July 17, 2011

Hey Didi,

It's been three years today that you left. I think about you often and think of the memories you left us with. I miss you.

When those we love go away, they never really leave us;
they are with us now, wherever we are.
Those whom we have cherished, live on forever,
for love wraps itself around the heart.
Although it's difficult now,
someday beyond our tears and all the world's wrongs;
beyond the clouds and all that we can see and touch,
we shall all understand.

Love you always,

Your sister

March 5, 2011

Hey there,

Just wanted to stop and say, Happy Birthday. I still wish we could have gotten you good when you turned 60. Oh, how Diane and I were gearing up.

But I didn't forget you on your special day. I miss you a lot and think about you often.

Love you always,

Sussy

January 1, 2011

Hi Didi,

Just wanted to say, "Happy New Year.' It is now 2011 and you guys have been gone for a while and it's still so hard to believe it. Life is changing so much it's hard to understand. I think about you and the others often and miss you all.

Love,
Your Sister

December 25, 2010

Hi Dickie,

Today is Christmas and I wanted to wish you a Merry Christmas. Things are so different without you. There is no one else around here with your sense of humor. I really miss that.

So, Merry christmas Didi. I miss you and think of you often.

Love and Prayers
Always

Diane Guerin

July 21, 2010

Hi Dick
Wanted to let you know I miss you alot. I think about you often and can't believe your not here anymore. I miss the laughter we've shared and long talks. Wish I could have one more day to hug you and tell you how much I love you, but you already know that. We've said it every time we talked. Until we meet I love you.
Your little sister
Diane

July 20, 2010

Hi Didi,

Well it's been two years now and you are still missed..It's so weird not to have you, Dad, Betty and David in our lives anymore. Feels like a bad dream. But just wanted to let you know that I think about you often and miss you a lot.

Love and Prayers,
Always,

Sussy

Diane Guerin

March 29, 2010

Hi Dick
Sorry I missed your birthday. I didn't forget it, I just forgot to write in your book. I went to the cemetary to visit you on your birthday. I just want to tell you I miss you a lot. I miss how you always made me laugh. Some day you can make me laugh again
LOVE AND MISS YOU LOTS
YOUR FAVORITE SISTER

March 10, 2010

As usual I wrote in this book on your birthday and I don't see it. Again. Well I will try one more time. Just wanted to wish you a Happy Birthday. This is five days late but it's not my fault. Miss you a lot.
Again: Happy Birthday Didi.

Love
Sussy

December 25, 2009

Hi Dick,

Today is Christmas Day and I just wanted to wish you a Merry Christmas. I think about you often and miss you a lot. Merry Christmas Didi.

Love U Always,

Diane Guerin

December 25, 2009

Merry Christmas my dear brother. I love and miss you a whole lot. Say Merry Chrietmas to Dad for me and tell him I love and miss him lots too.

Diane Guerin

December 4, 2009

Just thinking about you with the holidays coming up, I will miss you at xmas. I hope your having a nice xmas there. I love you and miss you a whole lot. I just want to hold you and kiss you one more time, but this is the closest I'll get. I love you..
Say Hi and kiss everyone for me.
Love and miss you lots
Diane

November 26, 2009

Hi Dick,

Today is Thanksgiving and I am thankful for all the time I had with you. I am thankful that we grew up together and shared a lot of things in this life. You were my brother and I miss you lots.

Love always,

Sussy

October 27, 2009

Hey Dick,

Just wanted to say,"Hi" and let you know I have been thinking of you.

A POEM TO A WONDERFUL BROTHER

We think of you in silence
We always speak your name
We have so many memories
And your picture in a frame
We do not need a special day to bring you to our minds
Since days we do not think of you are impossible to find
We think of you when we play but that is nothing new
We think of you with love today
We are always with you
You are now our guardian angel watching us from your place of rest
Heaven must be a beautiful place
For God only takes the best
God please look after Dick
Don’t let him walk alone
After all, this is his first time away from home
Until we meet again

Love always,
Sussy ♥

Diane Guerin

September 3, 2009

Just stopped in to say I LOVE YOU and I MISS YOU LOTS. Alot of things just aren't the same any more.

Sandra Perry

July 17, 2009

Hello Dickie,
I cannot beleive it has already been a year since you left us. I really miss all the fun we had together epescially the joking around as long a it wasn't directed at me. You better not be picking on Betty up there even though I really know you are LOL because you wouldn't be you if you weren't. Well take care Uncle Dickie I love you and miss you a lot. Give everyone a big hug and kiss for me.

God Bless,
Sandra

July 17, 2009

Hi Bro
Well it's been one year since you left us. I think about you all the time.I miss the good times so when I get sad I always think of the fun stuff we use to do. GIVE EVERYON A BIG HUG AND KISS FROM ME AND TELL THEM I LOVE AND MISS THEM. GIVE YOURSERLF A SPECIAL HUG AND KISS FROM ME.
I LOVE YOU AND YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART.

DIANE

July 17, 2009

Hi Didi,

Well today is one year that you left us. Time goes by so fast sometimes. I think about you often and wonder if your still picking on Betty up there. You wouldn't be you, if you weren't.

Brother

Soar through the air
let your spirit fly free,
and with the catch of an angel
this is where you want to be.

You are lifted up with grace
and taken high above,
you are showered with peace and protection
but most of all showered with love.

For now you have no anger
no tears, fear or pain,
these feelings you held are released
and now happiness is all you will gain.

So take their hands of freedom
your new life is not to fear,
and remember we'll never forget you
as your love will always be near.

Love and Prayers
Miss you a lot
Always,

Sussy

Sussy

June 3, 2009

Hi There,

Just thinking about you, Dad and Betty today. I miss you all so much. Things are just changing so much here. So many people we know have gone. It's so sad. But just wanted to say hi and let you know I was thinking about you. So, Happy spring. It's finally here..

April 5, 2009

Hi Didi,

I thought of you with love today but that is nothing new
I thought about you yesterday and days before that too,
I think of you in silence I often speak your name
All I have are memories and your picture in a frame
Your memory is my keepsake with which I’ll never part
God has you in His keeping I have you in my heart.

I so miss you all.

Sussy

Sandra Perry

March 6, 2009

Hi Uncle Dickie,
Just wanted to wish you a Happy Birthday and to let you know how much I think about you and miss you.

Love Sandra

Diane Guerin

March 5, 2009

HI DICK
Wanted to wish you a Happy Birthday. I didn't forget, like I really could. I went to visit you today and brought you some flowers and a card. (not the one I really would have gotten you).It wasn't suppose to be like this on your 60th birthday but you left me. Nancy and me were going to do something to you,don't know what, but I guess it doesn't matter now. I wish you were here with me right now because I really need you. But your not. So I'll wish you a Happy Birthday and hope you are celebrating it with Dad, Betty, Donna and Kenny.

I love and miss you lots
Diane

Sussy

March 5, 2009

HI Didi,

Well today is the day that Diane and I were waiting for the most. To find the perfect card and really tuck it to you. We wanted that so bad, just to get even with you, (just a little). Now Di and I can't do what we wanted to do today.

Yup, today is your 60th birthday. It means nothing now that your not here. It is just still so hard for me to believe what happened to you. It was so sudden and unexpected. They say, "Life goes on." I don't believe that. For the ones left behind we just keep surviving and not really living. Life has to much pain. I really hope your with Betty and Dad and have found the peace and serenity that you so needed in your life. So now, I hope and pray your have found the peace you so deserve.

So, my brother. I hope Betty and Dad are teasing you all day today because Di and I can't. But Happy, Happy 60th birthday.

Love and Prayers,
Always.

Diane Guerin

January 1, 2009

Hi Bro
Just wanted to stop in and wish you a Happy New Year. I miss you lots and still can't imagine your gone. You and Betty better be behaving yourselves up there and not get throwned out before I get there. I'm looking forward to be with all of you when my time comes. Love and Miss you more than you know. P.S. Just to let you know I still keep in touch with Gail. Thought that would make you feel better.
Diane

January 1, 2009

Hi Dickie,

I just wanted to stop and wish you a "Happy New Year." Tell everyone I wish them the same and I miss and love you all..

Love you Didi

December 24, 2008

Hey,

I just wanted to stop and wish you a, "Merry Christmas." This is our first Christmas without you and I have been thinking about you a lot lately. Guess it's the holidays. Tell everyone I miss them.

Merry Christmas, Didi

Love ya

December 23, 2008

Hey Didi,

I just asked Bauch to do me a favor but figured I would ask you too so this way, I know the job will get done. could you give Dad a big kiss for me and tell him I said, "Happy Birthday."

I will be back tomorrow.

I miss you a lot.

October 15, 2008

Hi Didi,

R-Richard: The name his parents gave to him.

I-Integrity: For the morals and principles that he believed in.

C-Coach: Which was one of his biggest accomplishments.

H-Humor: At times, his was a little warped but he had the quality of being laughable or comical.

A-Amiability: Which he had the quality of being pleasant and friendly.

R-Respectful: Which he was to others.

D-Dickie: The name he was called by everyone who knew him.

This is the man we grew up with, loved, and will miss very much.
You and Porky will always be with us.
Always.

Sussy

McKenzie Stavis

October 3, 2008

I had the pleasure of meeting Richard about a year ago. When I found out my mother had started dating someone, I was very weary despite my mother's gushing about this man's kindness and warm heart. All my hesitations flew out the window within five minutes of meeting Richard. The attributes that my mother had told me about were written all over his face and smile, and I was so grateful that my mother had met this wonderful man. I am so happy that I had the opportunity to thank Richard for making my mother happier than I had ever seen her. I did not know Richard for long, yet there has not been a day since his death that I have not thought about him. My deepest condolences to Richard's family, friends and to my mother, Gail Stavis.

Jennifer

September 21, 2008

I cant believe that you have been gone for 2 months doesnt even seem like you are gone I am expecting that the next family function I am going to see your smiling face it just wont be the same without you but I know deep down inside you are watching out for everyone you left behind and I know you are everyones angel please be there for them they really need to have some peace in their lives they have had to deal with so much already

September 18, 2008

Hi Dick,

Well I did write in your book yesterday and as usual, it didn't take so I am trying again. I miss you and think about you often. I really hope and pray you are altogether up there and watching over all of us. You left so suddenly and unexpected. I haven't adjusted to losing Betty and now your gone. Life is just not fair. I guess being the oldest, I always thought I would be the first to go, but it doesn't work that way. I never expected to see you and Betty go, especially so soon.

I was looking so forward to getting even with you on your next birthday because I know how you were not looking forward to it. You made fun of me all the time and now it was my turn to get you.

So, I didn't forget you yesterday. I love you and miss you.

Sussy

Diane Guerin

September 17, 2008

Hi Dick
I know I haven't written in your book yet. It was just too hard. I'm not ready to let you go yet. I tried so hard to help you but I guess it wasn't enough. I think about you every day and visit you at the cemetery at least once a week. I really miss you a lot.I miss our talks and how we would laugh over pass things we did. You were always my best friend growing up. I don't know how I put up with you with all the things you did to me, but thats the way we were. You would do anything to me to get a laugh even if it put me in pain. But I loved you anyway and I still do. Today is two months since you passed, but I feel like I haven't seen or talked to you for a lot longer. I never had the chance to say good-bye because I didn't know this was going to happen. I just want to say I really loved you and I miss you a lot. I hope your at peace now and your with dad, Betty and my children. I know you and Betty are playing practical jokes on everyone because thats how the two of you are. Rest in peace my dear brother and know I will always remember the good times. Till we meet again I LOVE AND MISS YOU LOTS.

Your Best friend and sister
Diane

kevin sheehan

August 7, 2008

I Coached opposite Richard at shedd park and he was a great guy. he was president of league a thankless job and had no complaints.. i just heard of his passing and feel sad for the family. god bless you dick

August 6, 2008

And God Said

I said, "God I hurt."
And God said, "I know."

I said, "God, I cry a lot."
And God said, "That is why I gave you tears."

I said, "God, I am so depressed."
And God said, "That is why I gave you sunshine."

I said, "God, life is so hard."
And God said, "That is why I gave you
loved ones."

I said, God, "My loved one died."
And God said, "So did mine."

I said, "God, "It is such a loss."
And God said, "I saw mine nailed to a cross."

I said, "God, but your loved one lives."
And God said, "So does yours."

I said, God, "Where are they now?"
And God said, "Mine is on my right,
and yours is in the light.

I said, "God, it hurts."
And God said, "I know."

You left us so suddenly. We had some time to try to accept things with Betty, but you, we never got that chance. I think that's why it is so hard for me to accept this. I wanted to write sooner but I just couldn't. To write in this book is to accecpt your death and I wasn't ready for that before. I still can't but I am here. I miss you and hope and pray, you guys are altogether now.

Love and miss you lots...

CHERYL VAROUNIS

July 25, 2008

UNCLE DICKIE,
JUST WANTED TO SAY GOOD MORNING AND I'M THINKING OF YOU. I'M GONNA MISS YOUR SICK SENSE OF HUMOR. I JUST WANTED TO SAY THXS AGAIN FOR EVERYTHING YOU HAVE EVER DONE FOR ME. YOU KNOW WHAT I MEAN.
RIP UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN
LOVE CHERYL

Mike Cowan

July 22, 2008

This is truly a sad day. Dick taught me the fundamentals of being a linebacker. He ran me through my first hitting drill at the age of 7 on the D team in Lowell Pop Warner. I remember it like it was yesterday. After the hit he was fired up and said that‘a boy as he slapped my helmet. I appreciated his spirit and respected his love of the game and linebackers in general. He was a great influence in my life and he will be missed. Rest well coach. Respectfully Mike Cowan

Nancy Fortin

July 22, 2008

To the Beaudry Family - We met Dick over 30 years ago when he coached our son Alec in baseball - years later he coached our sons Rocky and Adam in Football - We kept in contact with Dick and alway thought he had the best sence of humor - We will miss him - he always spoke of his daughters - They were #1 on his mind- My heart goes out to the family - He will be missed.

Cindy Terrell (Parker)

July 22, 2008

Yvette, Nancy, Diane, Ronnie, Donnie, and Bobby... and families... my thoughts and prayers are with you. Dickie, keep watch over your family, help them to stay strong and to have faith. God Bless.

Kimberley Brien

July 21, 2008

Dick was a good friend of my husband Bob and me as well as our children for over 20 years. We will miss him a lot. He has been there for all us through good times and bad.
Thank you Dick for being a friend. We will miss you,
Kim, Ben, Chris and Sarah Brien

Bobby Brien

July 21, 2008

Hey Dick, thank you for being you, a great friend. I'll never forget you and the great experiences we shared coaching, playing pool, golf & other things[vices] & the great laughs and times that went right along with them. Love ya, man...

July 21, 2008

Years ago Dickie was a very important person/ coach for my son .He gave so much of himself to young football players . He will never be forgotten for the inspiration he provided. Linda and Bob Cowan

Bill Nickerson

July 21, 2008

I was greatly saddened to hear of the passing of my long-time co-worker, Dick Beaudry. His spirit of cooperation was far & above one of the best anyone could hope to encounter anywhere. He was honest, forthright, and accepted people for who they were, without any pretenses. -A rare spirit; I will miss him.

Neal Cohen

July 21, 2008

So sorry to hear about Dick's passing. I called on Dick for many years during his tenure at Zoll. We had many lunches together and even found time to play some golf. He was very professional in his business dealings and just a genuine nice guy. My condolences to the Beaudry family.

Pixie Hamel (Parker)

July 21, 2008

My heart goes out to all of you. Another one we did not want to see go. I guess Dickie was needed elsewhere. Now, he is with Betty & Blackie. My love to you all .
Love, Pixie

Kamaala Townshend

July 21, 2008

I am in complete shock over hearing the news! My condolences to the entire Beadry family as well as friends. Dick and I worked together for several years at ZOLL and I am fortunate enough to have had his friendship. We had many conversations about all kinds of things that brought both laughter and tears. I will never forget that smile or that laugh! Rest in peace. I'll miss you!

Patty Regan

July 21, 2008

Dear Dickie,
To one of the greatest guys I know. Will always remember the laughs and good times we had at the gatherings at our home with Jim. You were there for me when I was going through tough times with my own health. May God take good care of you as you did for others. You will be greatly missed.
Love, Patty

Dan Keefe

July 21, 2008

So sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Dick for several years at Zoll. He will be missed.
God Bless

Dan

George Hovey

July 21, 2008

My sincere condolensces to the Beaudry family.
I coached Pop Warner with Dick many years ago. He was a great guy, very comforting to me and my family when I lost my brother.
He was much too young.

Jennifer Nobrega

July 21, 2008

Uncle Dickey you were in my eyes an awesome guy you always had hugs, smiles and kises when you were around I loved the talks we had in Dianes backyard you always told me things even if I liked the answer or not you were also a joker which I will miss the most about you I will miss you deeply. please watch over the family they are hurting really bad right now, I love you and will miss you Always (your niece in law)

Rebecca Brown

July 21, 2008

Lisa, Lynn & all ~

My thoughts are with you.

If there is anything we can do, please just ask.

Rebecca, Will & Bobby

Sandra Perry

July 21, 2008

Uncle Dickie,
I am not quite sure what to say right now other then I am devastated over your passing. You and me had so much fun together as we were so much alike with our comments and we had more laughs about that ( you know what I am talking about). All I can say now that you are finally at peace and I will miss you more then you know.

God Bless,

Your Neice Sandra

Tracy Nobrega

July 21, 2008

Uncle Dicky!

I will miss your wise remarks when it came to pretty much anything. You always were quite the wise guy but I loved you for it!

I'll miss you big guy,

Your Neice,

Barbara Carroll

July 21, 2008

To the Beaudry family, I am so sorry for your loss Richard was a wonderful guy he will be missed very much may he rest in peace, he is in gods hands who needed another angel in heaven so he took Richard, he will be missed.

CHERYL VAROUNIS

July 21, 2008

DICKIE
I CAN'T BELEIVE YOUR GONE,I HOPE YOUR IN A BETTER PLACE, MAY YOU REST IN PEACE. THX FOR BEING THERE FOR ME WHEN GEORGE PASSED AWAY.I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU. SAY HELLO TO EVERYONE AND TELL THEM I LOVE THEM & MISS THEM ESPECIALLY MY HUSBAND

Ashly Nobrega-Faria

July 21, 2008

Uncle Dickey,
Its still a complete shocker to me. You were a great guy. Always there for my mom in times of need! You will be greatly missed!!

RIP

xoxox
Ashly

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