Richard G. DeCoste

GE employeeLYNN - Mr. Richard G. DeCoste, age 55 years, of Lynn, died unexpectedly Thursday morning at his home.Born in Lynn, he was the beloved son of Richard and M. Theresa (Campbell) DeCoste of Lynn. He attended St. Jean's and graduated from St. Mary's High School, Class of 1974.Richie was employed at the General Electric, Riverworks Plant for over 30 years. He was a member of IUE Local 201.In addition to his parents he is survived by one sister, Donna LeCoste of Salem; two brothers, Gerard J. DeCoste, John E. JeCoste, both of Lynn; one nephew, Jack E. DeCoste of Topsfield, one niece, Jessica DeCoste of Lynn.Service information: Richard's funeral will be from the PARKER Funeral Home, 35 Franklin St., Lynn on Thursday at 9:30 a.m., followed by a funeral Mass in St. Mary's Church at 10:30 a.m. to which relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours are on Wednesday from 5-7 p.m. Please make memorial donations in Richard's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Plaza, Memphis, TN 38105. Guest book at parkermemorialfuneralhome.com.