Richard Pechout, 88, of Berlin, husband of Shirley (Johnson) Pechout, passed away Jan. 5, 2013 at Apple Rehab in Rocky Hill. Born in New Britain, son of the late Anthony and Margaret (Nelson) Pechout, he is a graduate of Upsala University in East Orange, N.J. and has lived in Berlin for 60 years. Richard was employed as President and partial owner of Adkins Printing in New Britain for 23 years, retiring in 1986. A World War II US Army Air Force Veteran, he served with the 379th and 384th Bomb Groups as a B-17 Flying Fortress radio operator stationed in the Village of Grafton Underwood England and most notable aboard the "Ye Old Pub". During his tour, Richard became a prisoner of war in Germany. He is a Silver Star and Purple Heart Recipient. Richard is a member of First Lutheran Church in New Britain.
Besides his wife Shirley, he leaves a son, Scott Pechout and his wife Deb of Moodus; two daughters, Karen Evans of Middletown and Wendy Papallo also of Middletown; a sister, Marilyn Dontigney of Edgewater, Fla.; four grandchildren, Richard and Christina Papallo and Kirsten and Jacob Pechout; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister, Shirley Kindl.
Services were held Jan. 9, 2013 at First Lutheran Church, New Britain.. Burial was in West Lane Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Lutheran Church. Carlson Funeral Home, was in charge of arrangements. Please share a memory or note of sympathy with Richard's family at www.carlsonfuneralhome.com.
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Dear Scott and Family:
Please accept our deepest sympathies on the passing of your Father. We are very sorry for your loss.
The Employees of ADKINS PRINTING
January 8, 2013
Shirley, Karen and Wendy
We are deeply saddened by Dick's passing. Dad (Bud Johnson)is so very glad that he was able to see him one last time over Thanksgiving. There was a very special bond between them. It is unfortunate that Dad will be unable to be here to comfort you in this time and he sends His deepest and most loving and heartfelt sympathy.
Richard suffered in many different ways over the last few years, It is his time to rest. May God hold him in His arms and may He comfort you in this time. Celebrate his Life
Love to you all
Dale & Nancy Johnson
January 7, 2013
Our sincere sympathies for your loss.
A.W. Carlson Funeral Home
January 7, 2013
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