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Richard Sheehan Obituary

52, of Abbott Run Valley Rd, Cumberland RI, died suddenly in Bartlett, New Hampshire. He was the husband of Laura R. Viehmann, MD. Born in Boston, MA, he was the son of the late Lester and Margaret (Drinkwater) Sheehan. Mr. Sheehan was an accomplished artist having shown his work in many cities throughout the United States, including Boston, New York, and San Francisco. He was a graduate of Boston Latin School, Massachusetts College of Art and Yale University Graduate School of Fine Arts. He had lived most of his life in Boston before moving to Cumberland. Mr. Sheehan served as the moderator at the First Baptist Church, Attleboro, MA. He was an active volunteer at his children's schools. Besides his wife, he is survived by two sons, Patrick and Andrew Sheehan, a brother, Lester J. Sheehan MD of Milton, MA, a sister, Mary Louise Sheehan of Randolph, MA, and one niece and several nephews. A Funeral Service will be held Monday at 10 a.m. in the First Baptist Church, 118 South Main St, Attleboro, MA. Burial will be in Arnold Mills Cemetery, Cumberland. Relatives and friends are invited. Visiting hours Sunday 4-8 p.m. in the O'Neill Funeral Home, 3102 Mendon Rd (Route 122), CUMBERLAND, RI. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Patrick and Andrew Sheehan "Ticket to Ride" Scholarship Fund, 2 Abbott Run Valley Rd, Cumberland, RI 02864 would be greatly appreciated.

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Published by Boston Globe on Aug. 12, 2006.

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Timothy J. Kane

August 9, 2017

Dear Sheehan/Viehmann family. Today being the 12th anniversary I wanted to be in touch about my old friend and tenant in Dorchester, Massachusetts. Having a fine arts background myself, Richard and I would talk shop in the cellar of the house where he kept his work. I have three of his paintings to remind me of him. Tim Kane

Roy Perkinson

January 1, 2007

To the Sheehan family,

I was shocked and deeply saddened today to read of Richard's death last August. Please know that my thoughts are with all of you. I was fortunate enough to have had Richard as an instructor in one of the Art New England workshops, and I still draw upon the many benefits of his teaching in my own artwork. I would be honored to share with you a few recollections of my acquaintance with Richard, should you wish to contact me. For now, I'll simply say that the world is a better place for his having been with us.

Dorothy Beard

August 24, 2006

Dear Laura and children

I am your second cousin and we have never met. I knew your dad/husband as a child and a young man but my life has sent me many miles from my Boston home. My memories are all happy ones and that is what I wish for you.

Holly King

August 23, 2006

I was so sorry to hear about your loss. I remember when my mom, Dorothy Beard, took me to his parent's house and I saw the painting of Little Lulu, I so wanted it to be mine! What a wonderful artist, brother, father, neighbor, husband and man. We were all blessed to know him, even just a little.

Patricia Iwuc

August 21, 2006

Dear Sheehan Family,



I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. You are all in

my thoughts and prayers.I'll be

looking forward to seeing you back on the bus soon. Take Care and God

Bless. Sincerely,

Patricia Iwuc

Patricia Iwuc

August 21, 2006

Dear Sheehan Family

Ann Marie Criscione

August 20, 2006

Dear Mrs. Sheehan, Patrick, and Andrew,



My daughter Michaela is a good friend of Patrick's. Our deepest condolences are with all of you as you grieve. We will keep you in our daily thoughts and pray that God will give you strength in the days ahead. Please know that Patrick has a good friend in Michaela and she will be here if he needs her.



The Criscione Family

Ellen Gurney

August 18, 2006

Dear Laura, I was shocked and saddened to hear of your sudden imcomprehensible loss. From reading through the guest book I see that you and Richard must have shared a quality I see in you; that of appreciation and joy about the little successes and pleasures that could easily pass us by. I am sure Richard would not want you to lose that and may God and Richard's everlasting spirit give you the strength to continue that appreciation and joy as you and your sons grow together after your terrible loss. My thoughts are with you. Ellen

Margaret Heroux

August 18, 2006

Laura

I cannot tell you how shocked I was to read about Richard in the paper. I always remember him as being so kind, gentle and gracious. He was always smiling and so enjoyed life.

I always marvelled in his delight at being a parent. He got such joy from sharing life with you and his two boys.

God bless you and may God keep you in his care.

Barbara Youmans

August 14, 2006

Dear Laura,

I am so saddened and so very sorry to hear of Richards sudden passing. My prayers and thoughts are with you and the boys. You were both such wonderful friends and neighbors to me and the girls. I cherish memories of cookouts and watching the transformation of your home as your family grew. You remain dear to my heart.

Barbara

Donna Kuegel

August 13, 2006

Laura, Patrick, and Andrew

While there is nothing I can say that will ease your loss, I wanted you to know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Boris Skurkovich

August 13, 2006

Laura,

We are absolutely shocked. Our deepest sympathies.

Boris Skurkovich & Carol Dorros

Sandi Gabriel RIBC

August 13, 2006

Words cannot express how sad I feel for your family at this time. May God be with you and comfort you.

Daniel Cottrell

August 13, 2006

such unimaginable loss is impossible to comprehend let alone comfort...Richard's character and grace were equally impossible to capture in words...may God be merciful and allow every measure of support that is needed be found

Joseph & Phyllis Hogan

August 13, 2006

Our deepest sympathy to the Sheehan Family. May your love for Richard console you.

Dennis St.John

August 12, 2006

Rich,

I remember when we marvelled at a friendship into double digits. It lasted over 40. You were always my best friend and will be forever. Laura, Patrick and Andrew - you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Diana Quiterio

August 12, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Anthony Mancuso

August 12, 2006

I was introduced to Richard by Rev. Cliff. I was able to enjoy him at my house for a rehearsal and enjoyed his company and music. We played together for what I thought was going to be the first of many gigs. God took Richard home and I was blessed to play his final show with him. God Bless Richard his wife and children. His spirit will live on in me everytime I pick up my guitar......

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