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Richard Brackett Obituary
Richard A. Brackett, 85, of Fitzwilliam, died peacefully Tuesday, May 30, 2023 in Jaffrey Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, with his family at his side.
He was born in Fitchburg on June 1, 1937, son of the late Howard and Evelyn (Harper) Brackett. He grew up in Ashburnham and was a 1955 graduate of Fitchburg High School. For the last 17 years, he lived in Fitzwilliam.
Rick was a master electrician, who was self-employed for many years before working at Cushing Academy, where he worked for several years until his retirement. He attended Fitzwilliam Community Church. An avid sportsman, he enjoyed fishing, boating and hunting. He was a loyal fan of the Boston Red Sox and especially the Boston Bruins. Rick valued love of family, God and country and always wore a flag lapel or pin and was known for his sense of humor. He was very creative with wood and building things and he enjoyed all kinds of music.
He leaves his bride of 66 years, Marilyn S. (Parkhurst) Brackett; five children, Scott H. Brackett and wife Sandra of Zephyrhills, FL, Douglas Brackett of Bellows Falls, VT, Barbara A. Brackett of Rindge, NH, Bruce A. Brackett and wife Lisa of Fitzwilliam and Brian A. Brackett and significant other, Billie Jo Dennis of Gardner; 8 grandchildren, Heather Medina, Christopher Brackett, Megan Smith, Nathan Brackett, Jacob Wiktorski, Richard Brackett, Adam Brackett and Amy Anderson; seven great grandchildren, Sawyer, Connie, Calvin, Gabriel, Kadeon, Lee and Isabelle; a sister in law Virginia Brackett of Rindge; a cousin George Peacock of Mill Valley, CA and several nieces and nephews. A brother, Lee Brackett, predeceased him in 2004.
Graveside services will be held Thursday, June 8, 2023 at 11 A.M. in New Cemetery, Ashburnham.
Memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer's Disease Research, BrightFocus.org/stopAD" target="_new" rel="nofollow">BrightFocus.org/stopAD. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.stone-ladeau.com
Kevin J. Mack, Walter C. Taylor, Melissa Mcquaid and Douglas M. Stone, directors
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Josephine Wiktorskib
June 4, 2023
Our Deepest condolences to all the family
Love Kirk & Josephine Wiktorski
Kellyann Smith
June 3, 2023
Marilyn, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. May God bless you and bring you comfort and peace in your heart. Love. Kelly Marceau Smith
Warren & Ann Tapply
June 3, 2023
We are so sorry to read of Rick's passing. We have such good memories of high school days and after as couples. May you find peace in your memories.
Dana Curry Lorway
June 2, 2023
Rick was a very helpful, skilled and friendly person who will be missed.
-Dana Curry Lorway
Steve Tata
June 2, 2023
Rick was the best neighbor ever ! So sorry for your loss.
Brenda Lashua, Robert Lashua
June 2, 2023
May God be with Rick's family and friends during this time of sorrow. All memories will last forever.
Cynthia Muse
June 2, 2023
Rick was a very sweet big-hearted man with a great sense of humor. His kindness shines.
Russ Gale
June 2, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Rick was a really nice man. I enjoyed many talks about music with him during and after working with him at Cushing. Rest in Peace.
Frank Zichelle
June 2, 2023
A long time friend from High School days. A kind and friendly person .
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