Chicopee, Massachusetts
Richard M. Grace, 71, of Chicopee, passed away on Sunday, April 15, 2018. He and his beloved wife, Marnee (Brochu) Grace, celebrated 45 years of marriage on April 14th. Born in Northampton, he was the son of the late Donald L. and Elizabeth M. (Heffernan) Grace. As a teacher for many years at...
Read MoreMarnee, I just learned of Dick's passing and I'm so sorry for your loss. He was a good man that I feel lucky to have known. I have so many fond memories that I'll cherish and can picture him and Dan coombing Brimfield in search of their next big treasure. Please know that you're in my thoughts and prayers now and always.
Ann Mango
June 09, 2018 | Forestdale, MA
My condolences to the Grace family. Mr. Grace helped a lot of students to graduate that otherwise might not have. R.I.P Sir
Class of 1988
Jeff Wolpert
April 28, 2018 | Eastford, CT
To the Grace Families,
Richard was a fellow member of Boy Scout Troop 103 in Florence and like me and my family members of the Annunciation Church in Florence.
My sister and I had a VERY special connection with his mother (Mrs.) Betty Grace as she was our wonderful kindergarten teacher @ Jackson Street School in Northampton.
Extending sympathies to his family on his untimely departure.
Sincerely,
Kevin J. Matthews
Kevin Matthews
April 27, 2018 | Leominster, MA
Thoughts & prayers to the Grace families.
So sorry for your loss.
John Griffin
Chicopee Comp Class of 1986
John Griffin
April 27, 2018 | Chicopee, MA
I am deeply saddened to hear Mr. Grace has passed. He truly cared for his students and made a difference in my life and education! I extend my sincerist condolences to his family and friends.
God Speed
Gretchen Cilley (Metcalf)
April 27, 2018 | Princeton, ME
Mr. Grace was such a great teacher. Like others I'll never forget the natural history class were he taught us how to build survival shelters and read the trails and tracks of the forest. What a kind and understanding soul. My condolences to his family.
Paul Salzarulo
April 26, 2018 | Stafford Springs, CT
Marnee and Peter,
Sorry to hear about Mr. Grace's passing. He was one of my scoutmasters in Troop 404. I always enjoyed camping with him, he had the greatest laugh that would keep you going no matter where the hike took you or how bad the weather. He's a big reason I was able to make Eagle. He was a great man, I am grateful to have known him.
David Hebert
April 26, 2018 | Diamondhead, MS
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Marnee.
Bill and Sally Malone
April 26, 2018 | Chicopee, MA
I am so sorry to learn of Dick's passing. He was such a great guy and an understanding and supportive teacher, colleague, and friend.
Holly Coppinger
April 26, 2018 | Stafford Springs, CT