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Richard Wilson Obituary
Hamlin: 52, died Monday, March 12 at his home from complications of an ongoing illness. He was born in Brockport, NY the only son of Richard E and Joan (Drennan) Wilson Sr. He graduated from Kendall Jr/Sr. High School and his years of employment included the NYS Thruway Authority, Wegmans, and self employment. He was both a heavy equipment operator and a skilled wrought iron craftsman. He lived most of his life in Kendall,/Hamlin area. He was a member of the Hamlin Fire Department Exempts for many years; Kendall Fire Department; life member of the WNYFDA; the NYVFP and DTA; the FASNY; and the MCVFDA. He enjoyed playing and officiating softball and always enjoyed spending time with friends and family. He was well known for his smile, his humorous facebook posts and the beautiful vegetables he sold at his garden stand.
He is survived by his sister, Donnalee (Jerry) Livingston of Canaseraga, his friend Jackie, and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents and his beloved dog, Einstein.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 7, 2012 at 2 pm at the Hamlin Firemen Exempt Hall. In lieu of flowers the family suggests that donations be made to the Hamlin Fire Department.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Wilson
Diane Berna
March 30, 2012
ave missed you and the red cooler at Bradford and now will forever miss your smile and quirky humor.
CATHY DUBOIS
March 28, 2012
RICK HOW I REMEMBER ALL THE YEARS OF BABYSITTIN FOR YOU . YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS . YOU WILL BE REMEMBERED BY MANY
March 27, 2012
Rick;
I will always remember all the partying down at the SHACK,the basketball games in your driveway. and your Mom coming out and hollering at us R.I.P. Ricky
Russ Barthel
Dave Schultz
March 26, 2012
Rick;
I will always remember the times we had as friends, spending the time getting into trouble while we were your delivering steps,the grease pool race we weren't suppose to be in and the 100.00 we won. The Black Nova and many other times I don't dare say here! you will be missed Dave
Loretta Tamplin
March 26, 2012
Rick, We will miss you but the fond memories will forever be. Rest in peace.
cynthia Diltz
March 26, 2012
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Billy Rockow
March 26, 2012
Saying good-bye to friends isn't one of lifes easy tasks. Sentences come to hard and words just don't seem enough. Every memory I have of you brings a smile to my face. Be at peace my friend, be at peace.
dan s
March 26, 2012
Rick, I will remember all our softball seasons and the winter trip to Florida along with many partying times. RIP love and peace - dan
March 25, 2012
Ricky, cant believe your gone ole pal! Although only got to see ya once or twice a year now we always kept in touch. We had many rememberable times together Compadre and I mean many! Your gone to a better place now with no pain or suffering with your Mom and Dad!! RIP Ole Compadre until we meet again! Neil Meisch Jr.
Kathy Papaleo-Lutz
March 25, 2012
Rick; I'll miss your "spur of the moment" way of life, your contagious smile, laughter, dry sense of humor, but most of all, your absolute love for everyone you've ever met. You're the best!
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