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Richard Camken
AUBURN - Richard Camken, 91, of Auburn, passed away August 21, 2022 at Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.
Born in Syracuse, initially Richard followed in the footsteps of his father Alexander Camken, a barber of 40 years, in taking over the business. Then over the years, he changed his career and was employed by the West Genesee School District as a Head Custodian, where he retired.
His hobbies were hunting, fishing and bowling, which his children enjoyed with him.
He was predeceased by his parents, Alexander and Cecilia (Bator) Camken, and his loving wife, Frances of 67years.
Surviving are their loving children: daughter, Debbie Feeley (Peter Briggs) of Auburn; son, Richard Camken (Kim) of Syracuse; three grandchildren: Kiel Camken, Jessica Feeley Walsh, (Lauren Walsh) and Matthew Feeley; and great-grandson, Giacomo "Jack" Walsh (Giaco, to GG Pop); and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be private. Burial will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Lakeland. Richard and his loving wife, Frances will both be laid to rest.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, 41861 St. Hwy. 10, Delhi, NY 13753.
Arrangements aree being handled by Giminski-Wysocki Funeral Home - (315) 422-5087.
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George Cole
October 6, 2022
To the Camken family,Condolences to you on the loss of your Dad.I had the privilege of working for him in the summer of `76 as Summer help for the School district.He was a great guy to work for,and I wish I could have stayed at Stonehedge for the whole summer.Rick,you may remember me from Westhill as I went to school there for 2 years in the early 70´s.You were one of the first guys to befriend me there.Sincerely,George Cole
Tom Sakowski
September 6, 2022
My deepest sympathies and condolences to Dick´s family and friends. I have great memories of hunting and target shooting with Dick and Rick . May he Rest In Peace.
Marcia Schwartz
September 2, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of your Dad´s passing. He was the janitor for Stonehenge for many years and kept our school in beautiful condition. I always enjoyed chatting with him about his home and family adventures. He was certainly a good man. My condolences to all of you.
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