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RICHARD A. COOMBS

1957 - 2024

RICHARD A. COOMBS obituary, 1957-2024, Boston, MA

BORN

1957

DIED

2024

RICHARD COOMBS Obituary

COOMBS, Richard A. Born in Boston, MA, on December 23, 1957 to Lillian (Pistorio) and Harold Coombs. He is survived by his daughter, siblings, nieces and nephews and all those who loved him. Rich graduated from Boston English High School. He then served in the U.S. Air Force and was stationed at Pease Air Force Base in New Hampshire, as a Security Specialist. The Coombs family opened Community Bicycle Supply in 1974. Rich's superior management and leadership were vital to the shop's success, helping it become a pillar in the local community. He was a master mechanic sought out by many in the city, serving all who walked through the door. He leaves behind a legacy of service and love for the bicycle community. Rich's generosity, patience, integrity and moral character made him a beacon of light in our community. With profound sorrow, we bid farewell to a wonderful father, brother, uncle, mentor and partner. Celebration of Life on Friday, September 20, 2024, at Community Bike, 496 Tremont St., Boston, from 5 to 7 p.m., immediately followed by an 8.5-mile "Ride for Richie." In lieu of flowers, please donate to Camp Hale. Here, Rich cultivated his love of nature in his younger years. https://www.uses.org/donation/

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Published by Boston Globe from Sep. 18 to Sep. 19, 2024.

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Peter Logue

October 7, 2024

I once owned an Italian racing bike that I wanted to try and sell on this newfangled thing called "EBay." I sought Rich´s help in this new venture. He helped me describe, package and ship it to its proud new owner - in Tokyo!

We both shared a good laugh over this unexpected, extraordinary occurrence.

What an exceptional man and truly good human being this man was. He and his business - a reflection of his overall goodness - will be sorely missed.

Deborah Roth

September 25, 2024

Richard fitted me for bikes and repaired my bikes for many, many years. He was always such a pleasure to be around. He always was upbeat and brought joy. He was just a wonderful man. My heart breaks to learn of the family's and community's loss. We will all miss you, Rich.

Anthony Woeltz

September 25, 2024

Such a wonderful man. I will miss him greatly. I always enjoyed my visits to the shop and talking bicycles and life with Richie. Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss.

James Heroux

September 21, 2024

For over 35-years Rich was so wonderful as he helped keep my bikes and our biking world happy and I am so sad we will no longer see his wonderful smile in our community. His calm demeanor however lives large in the remarkable staff at Community Bicycle. Thank you, Rich

Michael Rivera

September 19, 2024

Thank you for your service to our country, and your community Sir. Job well done and it´s now time to Rest In Peace. May God Bless You and your family.
~Salute~
VFW Post 1012, Medford, MA

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