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Richard McGinn Obituary
Born in Portsmouth, NH on September 16, 1946, Dick was raised in Brattleboro, VT, graduating from Brattleboro Union High in 1964. He then graduated from Williams College in 1968 and the University of Vermont College of Medicine in 1972. He completed a residency in OB/GYN and a fellowship in GYN Oncology at Yale New Haven Hospital. He then served in the United States Air Force at Kessler AFB in Mississippi and Elmendorf AFB in Alaska, achieving a rank of Lt. Colonel. In 1980, he moved to Bernardston, Massachusetts and established his busy, solo practice in OB/GYN with satellite offices in Athol and Brattleboro. Later in life, he practiced general medicine in Greenfield.
Dick had a wide range of interests and pursuits. While in college during the Civil Rights era, he went to Mississippi to rebuild burned out churches. He and Mary lovingly restored the 1745 Ryther House in Bernardston and filled it with antiques. From his Air Force experience, he learned to fly both fixed wings and helicopters. He also enjoyed cars and motorcycles and took a course at Skip Barber's Racing School. Scuba diving was another passion and he earned Master level certification. He was widely read and a scholar on Robert Frost. Most recently, he immersed himself in classes at Greenfield Community College and developed an interest in photography.
To those who knew him, he was a complex man, generous to a fault, intellectually curious, had a wonderful sense of humor and known to do the unexpected. He faced his adversities with equanimity. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who will be dearly missed.
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Jane McMackin
December 22, 2023
Just learned of this. I have fond memories of Dick and all the family at Camp Spofford back in the `50s.
Jane Martin McMackin
Colleen Bushey
August 17, 2023
I´m a year late seeing this. I have missed him since moving away from New England. Whenever I think of wonderful doctors he comes to mind immediately. So kind and understanding always. He helped me through some tough times and I will always be grateful for knowing him. I do have a good doctor here in Central Florida but not like Dick. I hope you rest in peace as you so deserve.
Colleen Bushey
Dick Peinert
February 16, 2023
Great guy a year ahead of me at Williams. Used to go to his apartment and Mary Lou fed me more than once. Remember thumbing down to Waubeeka Springs for golf and good times. Funny, kind, always figured he would make a great and compassionate doc.
Judy Kay Dudman
January 2, 2023
I only knew Dr McGinn as my opthomologist. At the lowest point of my life and at age 37, I found myself in need of unexpected eye surgery. Dr. McGinn's kindnesses smoothed what could have been a rough part of an already hard time.
Patti Powers and Ralph Legrande
December 29, 2022
We were surely lucky to know Dr. McGinn and be among his patients. When I was very sick with Lyme meningitis, he he traded his services for raspberry preserves. He had a soft spot in his heart for farmers, and we are so grateful.
Rev. Thomas L. Shanklin
November 16, 2022
I met DIck years ago at his home in Bernardston, Massachusetts because I was friends with his mother Rusty McGinn. Every time I see "McGinn" I think of Rusty and what an amazing family she raised. Everyone, I think, entered a helping profession/medical. A testament to her own commitment to the medical fields. RIP Dick. You had a lovely home in Bernardston and a stellar career. I treasure having had your brother, Dana as my family and personal Opthamologist for many decades. Rev. Thomas L Shanklin
Heather Leveille
October 19, 2022
Condolences to Mary and her boys . I´m so sad to hear this . When I was still at the Greenfield CVS I enjoyed our talks when he would come in!! He will be missed but hopefully he´s playing catch with Tiger now !!!
Jose D. Peczon, MD
October 17, 2022
I will always fondly remember Dick as a colleague and expert obstetrician for our daughter Lisa when our first grandson J. Patrick was born in 1991. Rest In peace Dick. I send my warmest sympathy and condolence to your family in this period of grief and sorrow.
Daniel P Lucey
October 15, 2022
Mary - sending you and family my heartfelt condolences on the passing of Dr McGinn. So enjoyed knowing him. My thoughts are with you. May God Bless Dr McGinn and all of you
Judy Burnham Domingue
October 14, 2022
Mary ,my lifelong friend, I am so so sorry for your loss of Dick. My deepest condolences to your two boys and grandchildren as well. You had 55 years together which I am sure were wonderful. God bless. Love, Judy
Kathy and Dana Goodfield
October 13, 2022
Dick was such a good friend and doctor to Dana and I for more years than we can remember. We will miss his friendship and wisdom. Our love to Mary and his children.
Anna and Jim Cullen
October 13, 2022
He was the most compassionate Doctor and friend anyone could ask for. He helped m through so many tough illnesses and never made us feel like a burden.He cared for us Cullens like we were family we will miss him greatly. Anna and Jim Cullenl
Dan Davis, MD
October 13, 2022
Sorry to read of Dick's passing. We practiced together for several years; he was a skilled surgeon and a very capable doctor. His outside interests were many and diverse, so indeed he was a fascinating and good person. Dan Davis, MD Frederick, MD
norma woods
October 13, 2022
My deep condolences to MaryLou and the children and grand children. Richard and Marylou were classmates and wonderful people. He will be truly missed by all that new him. Prayers to his family and friends.
Norma Woods
Kevin murphy
October 13, 2022
Mary, I was so saddened to hear about Dick. Whenever we talked he put a smile on my face. He will be surely missed. With much love your Kringle Candle oil/vinegar guy. Kevin!!!
Debra Campbell
October 13, 2022
He was a kind and compassionate physician who cared for me both medically and emotionally during the the pregnancy and subsequent loss of my daughter.
Steven & Lois Cutting
October 12, 2022
Very sorry to read this notice of
Dick´s passing. He was our classmate as well as MaryLou.
Sending prayers to the family.
Judi McMillen
October 12, 2022
Ryan, I am so very sorry for your loss. He was the absolute best obstetrician!
Rick Farnham
October 12, 2022
I attended Brattleboro High School with Dick and Mary Lou and both were significant contributors to the positive atmosphere of our school community that provided a lifetime of wonderful memories for us all. Classmates help shape our character and outlook on life and both added their personal touch to the students and friends they encountered and I'm sure continued such throughout his life. The class of '64 is saddened and all feel grateful for Dick's contribution to our lives!
Stephanie (Greenblatt) Ewart
October 12, 2022
He was my favorite doctor ever, so nice, calm and supportive, helping me through some tough times in my life. A dear sweet man, not just my doc but a friend who I think of often. I´m sad that we won´t run into each other in bigy parking lot to gab about what´s going on.
Condolences to his family, he´ll be missed.
debora fugere
October 12, 2022
LOVED HIM best baby dr ever! he deliver few of our children he was special in million ways ! prayers to family , i am related to jean smead who he knew well .
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