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RICHARD GACHOT Obituary
of Old Westbury, NY; artist, historian and preservationist passed away on August 31, 2018. In addition to being a much admired sculptor, he was a trustee of Old Westbury Gardens, former trustee of the Village of Old Westbury, Old Westbury village historian and past president of SPLIA. Beloved husband of the late Irene. Loving father of Richard, Theodore, Peter, Paul and John. All services are private. Further information Whitting Funeral Home www.whitting.com Contributions may be made to the Historical Society of the Westburys, 445 Jefferson St., Westbury, NY 11590.
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Leslie Rioux
October 2, 2018
Dear Gachot Brothers and family. I was so sorry to hear about Dick this weekend. i met him when I was on staff at OWG. He was terrific in the video. Thank you again Peter. I am sending my deepest sympathy and a smile. He lite up this world. Sincerely, Leslie
Jean
September 5, 2018
My condolences for your loss.
May fond memories and the love of family and friends comfort you during this time of sorrow. Jeremiah 29:11.
September 5, 2018
To his loving family, my most deepest condolence. May our god of love bring great comfort and peace to you. Mathews 5:4
September 5, 2018
To the Gachot Family: My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family and friends during this difficult time. I hope that the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring comfort. Knowing that there's a hope for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring.
The Whitting Family
September 5, 2018
Offering our deepest sympathies during this time.
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