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He grew up in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, graduating from West High School. He then joined the Air Force and married his high school sweetheart, Claire Fregeau. At the conclusion of his military service, He attended Bryant University in Smithfield, Rhode Island, and earned his Bachelor's Degree in Accounting in 1963. He began working for the Defense Department upon graduation. He later earned a Master's Degree from Central Michigan State University and spent his career managing numerous Defense Contract Audit Agency Offices in Hawaii and on the East Coast.
His greatest joy was spending time with his family, especially his 7 grandchildren, on the beaches, parks, ballfields, and hiking trails in Southern California and New England. In his retirement years, the weather drew him to relocate permanently to Rancho Bernardo in San Diego, where he spent his days playing tennis, bike riding, hiking, attending sporting events, reading, traveling, and socializing with family and friends.
Richard was predeceased by his son-in-law Eric Alejandro. He leaves behind his loving wife of 66 years, Claire; 4 children and 7 grandchildren: Susan Miller and her husband Doug of Poway, CA and their three sons, John, Matthew and Kenny; Michael Blezard and his wife Michelle of Boca Raton, FL and their two children Brendan and Jessica (Jason) Green; Karen Alejandro of San Diego, CA and her daughter Jennifer; David Blezard and his wife Mary Jean of Salem, CT and their son Justin. In addition, he leaves behind 2 great-granddaughters, Ella and Mia Green of Boca Raton, FL, and 6 nieces and nephews in various cities/towns on the east coast.
Services will be held at Miramar National Cemetery, 5795 Nobel Drive, San Diego, CA 92122, on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at 11 am. Reception immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Wreaths Across America.
https://wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/186031
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David Blezard
April 18, 2025
I will never forget the moments we shared, dad. You were always there for me when I needed you and I know you will continue to be with me even though you are no longer physically here. Your love and guidance will stay with me forever.
Love your son, David
Helen Johnson
April 11, 2025
Dear Claire and Sue and family,
My heart goes out to you. I know how tough this must be for your family. Richard was a great guy. It was a pleasure it was to have met you both in Rhode Island and to have enjoyed our tennis matches together. He was always the gentleman.
Thank goodness for the support of family and friends and for the wonderful warm loving memories you have.
Helen Johnson
Carol Herbert
April 10, 2025
The love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Kenny Miller
April 9, 2025
I had the best time growing up with you. I'm lucky I got to see you almost every day of my life. We had always had fun no matter what we did. I loved going to Legoland, baseball games, vacations at Oceanside, and eating at In/Out. I will miss you. You'll always be in my heart. Love, Kenny
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Kenny Miller
April 9, 2025
Al and Judy Sweet
April 9, 2025
Dear Blezard and Miller families,
We will miss seeing Richard's big smile. He loved getting together with family and friends. Wishing you comfort with your loving memories of Richard. May he rest in peace.
Judy and Al
Jennifer and Mark Ito
April 8, 2025
Dear Sue and Doug and family,
Mark and I know how close you were to your father and how much of a daily presence he was in your lives. We so enjoyed our times visiting with him and your mother here in Hawaii and on our San Diego trips. He was a hoot! Thank you for sharing you entire o"hana with us. Our heartfelt condolences on his passing. His memory will live on in the lives he touched, especially yours! What a blessing you were to him and Claire in these final years. Sending you strength and support during this difficult transition. Love to all.
Laurie Mikasa
April 7, 2025
Dearest Sue and family,
I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your sweet dad. Words can hardly capture the loss, but please know that my heart goes out to you and your family during this incredibly difficult time.
Your father was truly a remarkable man-kind, strong, devoted, and unwavering in his love for those closest to him. As a father, grandfather, and pillar in your family, his presence was a steady source of guidance and warmth. His legacy will live on in the stories he shared, the lessons he taught, and the love he poured into each of you.
Please know that I'm here for you Sue and family, to support you in any way you need. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
With deepest sympathy,Laurie Mikasa
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