Photo courtesy of Biega Funeral Home - Middletown
Apr 26, 1940 - Dec 25, 2018
Richard Eldridge was a great man very well light by everyone and he was an amazing father to his kids I've met him through his daughter Megan Eldridge and I always had great respect for the man sorry to see someone like him go but you're always in our heart
Ricardo Rodriguez
February 27, 2026
Hey Big Ben! You are one of the very best memories of the Long River Village to include your very fine Mother, Sisters and Brothers. One very lovely family!
We were very lucky to be able to grow up together and even to work together, twice! I attempted to locate you several times but I guess I should have tried harder.
If Robert or Buster read this please give me a call at 860-559-4761.
I speak for myself and my brothers, Johnny, Mike and Joey Giuffrida.
Johnny Giuffrida
February 04, 2019 | East Hampton, CT | Friend
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Aimee Gage
January 02, 2019 | Middletown, CT | Family
Big Ben The Good Old Days
Ron Staskelunas
January 02, 2019 | Niantic, CT | Friend
Shirley and Ben Xmas party CY
Ron Staskelunas
January 02, 2019 | Niantic, CT | Friend
Last day the crew was together 1996.Never forget you Big Ben,we had a blast.
Ron Staskelunas
January 02, 2019 | Niantic, CT | Friend
So sorry for your loss.Ben was a great guy and it was a lot of fun working with him all those years at CY. Rest In Peace my friend.
Ron Staskelunas
January 02, 2019 | Niantic, CT | Friend
My sincere condolences to the entire Eldridge family during this time of sadness at Ben's passing. May the God of all comfort grant you His solace and strength at this difficult time. We'll always fondly remember Ben from our years at LRV.
David Noetzel
January 02, 2019 | Chandler, AZ | Friend
To the extended Eldridge family. It is with heavy hearts and sadness to hear the passing of Richard (Dicky) Eldridge.
Our families grew up in Long River Village in the 50's and 60's and created a friendly bond as did many families during that time.
Our deepest sympathies and prayers go out to his family as you mourn his loss.
GOD Bless and Peace be with you all.
Wayne and Patti Lombardo
Wayne Lombardo
January 01, 2019 | Moodus, CT | Friend
Richard Thomas Eldridge Sr., 78, of Middletown beloved husband of Shirlee (Mayo) Eldridge passed away Tuesday December 25, 2018 at Middlesex Hospital.
Richard was born in Middletown, the son of the late Lovellow and Marion (Whalen) Eldridge. Prior to his retirement Richard was employed with Connecticut Yankee for over 30 years as a Power Plant Technician. He served with the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War.
Besides his wife, Richard is survived by a daughter, Christine Cormier and her husband Yvon of West Haven, two sons, Gary Johnson of Middletown and Richard Eldridge Jr., and his wife Melissa of Middletown, two brothers, Robert Eldridge of Cromwell, Gerald "Buster'' Eldridge of South Windsor; a sister, Judith Magnano of Moodus, six grandchildren, Elijah Rodrigue , Grace Johnson, Jordan Eldridge, Anais Cormier, Madison Eldridge, Brianna Eldridge, several nieces, nephews and many friends. He was predeceased by his daughter, Megan Eldridge, two sisters Marilyn Drenzek, Patricia Doucette, two brothers, David Eldridge and Ralph Eldridge.
Funeral services will be Wednesday January 2, 2019 at 11 a.m. at Biega Funeral Home 3 Silver Street, Middletown. Friends may gather prior to the service from 10 to 11a.m. Burial with military honors will be held at the State Veterans’ Cemetery, Bow Lane, Middletown. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Weiss Hospice Unit c/o Dept. of Philanthropy 28 Crescent St. Middletown, CT 06457.
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