Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Richard Gemme Obituary
He was born in Springfield, the son of the late Arthur Sr. and Ruth (Ganner) Gemme. Rich was a long-distance truck driver for many years. He retired from construction as a heavy-equipment operator. Rich was Freemason with Doric Lodge 94 AF & AM (Thompsonville) and a junior warden at the church rectory of St. Mary Church. He enjoyed the outdoors, the beach, and warm weather, but his true joy in life was spending time with his children and family.
In addition to his loving wife, Ann (Kakos) Gemme, he is survived by eight children, Karen Gemme of Tolland, Penni Christina and her husband, Jim, of Glastonbury, Ginger-Lee Gemme of Sunnyvale, California, Chad Gemme of Enfield, Terra Lapalm and her husband, Cary, of Georgia, Timothy Gemme of Colorado, and Nickolas Gemme of Enfield; and four beloved grandchildren, Angela and Alayna Christina, and Christian and Chastity M. Gemme. Richard was predeceased by a brother, Arthur Gemme Jr.; and a stepdaughter, Chastity Paquette.
Relatives and friends are welcome to join the family Friday, Aug. 18, at Leete-Stevens Enfield Chapels, 61 South Road, Enfield, from 5 to 7 p.m.
A funeral service in remembrance of Richard's life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 19, at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 383 Hazard Ave, Enfield. Please meet at church. Burial will follow in Hazardville Cemetery, Elm Street, Enfield.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 383 Hazard Ave., Enfield, CT 06082.
For online condolences, visit
www.leetestevens.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Richard Gemme
1 Entry
August 15, 2017
I am truly sorry for your loss, may God give you the strength to carry on at this difficult time. Psalms 29:11. JJ. Atlanta, GA
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results
Make a Donation
in Richard Gemme's name
Memorial Events
for Richard Gemme
Funeral services provided by:
Leete-Stevens Enfield Chapels & Cremation Services61 South Road, Enfield, CT 06082
How to support Richard's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Richard Gemme's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
