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Richard McGaffick Obituary

2/4/1947 - 1/1/2011. Predeceased by his parents, William & Ruth McGaffick; brother, Thomas. Survived by his wife of 35 years, Judith L. (Sterner); sons, Todd Gambrill (Linda), Jeffery Gambrill (Pamela), Douglas Gambrill; daughter, Susan McGaffick; beloved grandchildren, Joshua, Megan, Kalie, Amanda, Shane, Aubrey and Troy; his brother, David (Mary); several nieces & nephews.

Memorial Service to be held January 8, 2011, at First Presbyterian Church of Chili, 3600 Chili Ave., Rochester, NY 14624, at 3 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Chili, the Salvation Army, or a charity of your choice. Condolences:

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Published by Rochester Democrat And Chronicle from Jan. 4 to Jan. 7, 2011.

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January 7, 2011

Judy and McGaffick Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I worked with Dick at Chili Plastics. He was a special man and so kind to us all. He will be deeply missed.
Lynda Southcott Holley,NY

richard johnson

January 7, 2011

judy,
im truly sorry for your loss. mcgaff was quite a guy. in all his cards and letters, he always said, "us four guys better get together before something happens" im sure he has spoken of us to you many times, himself, miller, holbrooks and myself. we spent our army life together and learned alot about each other. always had that smile on his face that could crack a safe. i found out wednesday from miller about his passisng...if i could i would have come to the service..again i am so sorry for you and the kids.....and not getting together with mcgaff.
always, moose johnson

Karen Hugon

January 6, 2011

Dear Judy,
We were so sorry to hear of Dick's passing. We are on a trip so didn't hear until Linda reached me by cell phone Tues. eve. We return late Saturday so regret we will miss the service. I so much want to give you a big hug. I will be in touch soon after we return.
Much love and sympathy,
Karen and John Hugon

Michael Naven

January 6, 2011

My condolences to Judy and the family. I worked with Dick at Nordon. Mike Naven

January 5, 2011

I am sorry to hear of Mr. McGaffick's passing.

My-Anh Claxton (Wick Claxton's grandaughter)

Walt and Martha Hosenfeld

January 5, 2011

Dear Judy and Family,
Walt and I were so sorry to read about Dick. He was just a terrific guy. We both enjoyed his sense of humor and admired his ready willingness to help out his neighbors. I can still see Walt and Dick chatting between the lilac bushes in our back yards. We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Fondly, Walt and Marty Hosenfeld

Karen (Cross) Brown

January 5, 2011

I rejoice with you as you picture Mr. McGaffick in our Lord's presence. May God pour down immeasurable peace for your entire family as you grieve the loss of a great man.

January 5, 2011

Dear Judy and family,
On behalf of the Cross family we our very saddened by Dick's passing. He was a great man and will be missed. God bless you and may the many happy memories of Dick give you peace and strength. Love, Susan Cross Rhine

Dave Reidmiller

January 5, 2011

Sue, Judy and family - I am so sorry. Dick was a great man who always had a gentle smile and warm heart to make everyone feel welcome in his presence. My thoughts and prayers are with you now, as always.

Linda and Andy Schwenger

January 5, 2011

My husband and I always enjoyed talking to Dick when he came to our house. He will be missed dearly. We are sorry for your loss.

Cris Swarts

January 4, 2011

Our whole neighborhood will miss Dick, with his big smile, and
jovial ways. What a wonderful man!!
Cris Swarts

Barry Rybolt and Earlene Lacy

January 4, 2011

Judy and family, we are so saddend to hear of Dick's passing, we will miss his smile and good nature, he was a good man. May God grant Peace and Strength to all of you.

Tim and Tarryn Jayne

January 4, 2011

So sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

John and Suzanne Cordeiro

January 4, 2011

We are so sorry to hear of his passing. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God Bless and Keep You!!!

Cynthia Howe

January 4, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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