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Richard Bibbins Obituary
Richard J Bibbins, October 18, 1921 - November 18, 2017. Richard (Dick) was born in Methuen, MA to Arthur and Lena Bibbins, one of six children. He was predeceased by his loving wife Anita, and all of his siblings. Surviving are their children: Ellen (Wilson), Richard A. (better known as Dickie), Robert (Kelly), Paul (Terri), James (Amy), and grandchildren: James, Dane, Erica, Holly, Jerilyn, Ryan, Nick, and Ethan. He is also survived by several great grandchildren. Dick Served his country in the United States Air Force from 1942-1947 as a Technical Sergeant, Communication Chief. He married Anita Swallow in June 1947 and they resided in Worcester,MA. In 1949 he graduated from the University of Massachusetts with a BS. That same year he was hired by Link in Binghamton, NY and Binghamton became their home. Dick was a software engineering pioneer, working with a team to develop Link's first digital computer. Throughout his 36 years of service to Link, he was at the forefront of the computer age and its aerospace application. Both Dick and Anita volunteered for many years delivering "Meals on Wheels". Dick served on the Board of Directors for ARC (now Achieve) for a number of years. Dick was a long-time member of St. Catherine of Siena Church (now St Francis of Assisi) in Hillcrest where they used his talents both as a CCD instructor and a lector. He was a member of the church choir and The Holy Name Society. An avid sportsman, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, downhill skiing, and especially tennis. He was a member of Link's competitive Pistol Club. He was also a skilled auto mechanic. Dick Bibbins was a loving, giving, humble human being, a role model who led by example. His quiet ways earned him the love and respect of those who knew him and he will be greatly missed. The family would like to express much gratitude and thanks to the staff at Elizabeth Church Manor who treated Dick as family and took such good loving care of him in his final year. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 29, 2017 from 10:00 until 11:00 am at St. Francis of Assisi Church. A funeral mass will be at 11:00 am at the church. Burial will follow in Chenango Valley Cemetery. In lieu of flowers in Dick's memory, kindly consider donations to Achieve, 125 Cutler Pond Road, Binghamton, NY 13905.
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ronald francey
January 10, 2021
dick hired me to work as a programmer on the appollo mission simulator. he gave me a great start in that field by having me get trained at the ibm education center in endicott. i never did tell him that i rolled his volvo one time as i borrowed it to go back and forth to the binghamton airport yo work on the appollo simulator. no damage as i slipped on the snow. sorry dick! a really nice guy and great person to work for.
Rady Reynolds
February 2, 2018
I am sure you heard the words " well done, good and fathful servant.
He was like a second father to me at times. Always had a kind word or a helpful hand. One of the finest men I have known
Randy Reynolds
Denise Cornell Hutchings
December 5, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of both your parents.
November 28, 2017
Jim, Paul and the entire Bibbins family, I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. I only knew your Dad through his reputation and that it is a testament to the kind of man he was.
Sincerely,
Stephen Baker
November 28, 2017
Sincere sympathy to the Bibbins family. I met Mr. Bibbins when I started working at ACHIEVE and he served on our Residential Services Committee. What a kind and gentle man. He was always so concerned about the individuals we support and had their best interests in mind. On behalf of all of us at ACHIEVE, our hearts and prayers are with his family at this difficult time.
Mary Jo Thorn,
CEO, ACHIEVE
Julye Bush
November 27, 2017
Mr. Bibbins was such a kind, thoughtful man who served on the Board of Directors of ACHIEVE (Broome-Tioga ARC) for many years. As an employee, he always asked me about my family, complimented me on my work and assisted me at agency events. He was a quiet, caring individual who never sought recognition or accolades, but helped so many people in our community in a variety of ways. I always admired Mr. Bibbins and will remember him fondly.
Frank Sangiuliano
November 26, 2017
We were neighbors to the Bibbins for many years and always enjoyed talking with Dick about the many things that he was conversent in. He was always willing to help out if you had a problem with your car. I always marveled at how well he could speak Italian (better than I). He will be sorely missed.
Janet Abel
November 26, 2017
Dear family, Richard was a true gentleman, smart, kind and had a deep faith. It was my honor to have known him. God bless.
Rev Janet Abel and Elizabeth Church Manor and St. Louise Manor
Patrick Gunter
November 26, 2017
Very sorry to hear about Dick. I have a lot of good memories with this family. Swimming, hanging out with you guy's. CCD classes. Anita coming
to our house every Sunday to visit.
Good neighbors .Always loved your collection of Volvo's !
Patrick Gunter
DOREEN MACDONALD
November 25, 2017
Richard was a kind gentle man and he will be greatly missed. I'm grateful to have known him.My thoughts and prayers to the family.
Doreen MacDonald
pat zimmer
November 24, 2017
Deepest sympathy to the Bibbins family. Prayers are with you all, Love Patty, Chuck, Joyce and Millie Zimmer
Missy (Linehan) Maloney
November 24, 2017
Mr Bibbins - what a true gentleman and a class act. Our paths crossed often at the CV High School tennis courts - he always had a friendly word or would hit a few with you if you didn't have a partner. He was my CCD instructor when I was in 11th grade- he really made class so meaningful and interesting. My condolences to all of the Bibbins family.
November 24, 2017
My condolences to the Bibbins family. Sue Cacciatore
Dan Jones
November 24, 2017
Jim,
Sorry for the loss of your dad.
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