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He was born in Boston on Aug. 12, 1959, a son of the late Richard A. Sr. and Mary (Crowe) McDonough. He graduated from Westwood High School in 1977 and Bentley College in 1981.
Mr. McDonough was a division controller at Ionics Inc. of Watertown. Previously, he worked for Warren E. Collins of Braintree.
He was a communicant of St. Mary's Church.
An avid sports fan, for many years he played in the Westwood Men's Softball and Basketball leagues. Most recently, he played men's basketball in Chelmsford. He was a founding member of the "Blasters" Golf Championship of Martha's Vineyard and Myrtle Beach. He also helped coach his children in the Chelmsford Youth Basketball and Chelmsford Little Leagues.
Mr. McDonough also enjoyed working in his yard and running with his children in the John Carson 4th of July Road Race in Chelmsford.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Brendan McDonough, a student at Parker Middle School, and Kelly McDonough, a student at Byam School; a sister, Maureen Burke and her husband, Paul, of Norton; his brothers, Brian McDonough and his wife, Mary Ellen, of Dedham, Paul McDonough of Natick, John McDonough of Foxboro and James McDonough of Norwood.
He also leaves his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Frances and William Murphy of Chelmsford; his sisters- and brothers-in-law, Christina and Stephen Brophy of Wakefield, R.I., Brian and Laura Murphy of Burlington, Vt., Peter and Dina Murphy of Bedford, N.H., and Karen Murphy and Patrick Duhon, both of Cranston, R.I.; 17 nieces and nephews; and many cousins and close friends.
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Bernie King
May 19, 2005
To Dick's family,
I worked with Dick for many years at Ionics. He was such a Gentleman. We will miss his smile and positive outlook on life even in the most trying times. God please watch over his wife and kids.
Donna Edwards
May 19, 2005
Suzanne,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Donna Edwards and Family
Diana O'Donnell
May 18, 2005
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. God Bless you all.
Cammie Caron
May 17, 2005
Brendan and Kelly,
I am so sorry you two have to experience such a loss at this time in your life. Know that the staff here at the cancer center are very proud of the two of you for all you have done for other people! You two are very special. I have enjoyed working with you and want you to know I will continue to be available to you as long as you need/want. My thoughts and prayers are with you my friends!
Cammie
Francine Gasper
May 17, 2005
Suzanne,
I was so shocked to have read of Dick's death ,I am so sorry, and will keep you and Brendan and Kelly in my thoughts. If theres anything I can do at any time pease don't hesitate.
Wayne chilton
May 17, 2005
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. God Bless you all.
Chelmsford Resident
Kathleen Mann
May 16, 2005
Suzanne, Brendan & Kelly,
We are so sorry. I will remember Dick's laugh and upbeat positive attitude when we worked together at Ionics. Always a smile and a friendly hello. Mike has so many memories - the stories are endless and I'm sure you've had the pleasure(?) of hearing too many of those stories over the years! We are truly at a loss and feel so very sorry.
Kathleen & Michael Mann
Pat Stanhope
May 16, 2005
Dear Suzanne,
I am so very sorry to hear about Richard's passing. My prayers are with you and your children. I am here if you need me. Pat Stanhope
Mark & Rhonda Janeczko
May 16, 2005
Susan, Brendan & Kelly,
We are very sorry for your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Fr. Paul Berube
May 16, 2005
Dear Suzanne, Brendan, Kelley, Fran and Bill.
Dick's illness and death, though anticipated, have made me realize how blessed we were to have known him and your family. Your solidarity and love for one another have been and continue to be an inspiration. When I get back to Newburyport this weekend, I'll offer Mass for him and for you. May these difficult days also be moments when God's love is poured out in consolation. My regrets for unfortunately being away. Please plan on a visit to Newburyport soon with Brendan and Kelley.
Blessings
Fr Paul
Louise and David Wishart
May 16, 2005
God Bless you and your family
Janet Shalbey
May 16, 2005
To the McDonough family,
I am so very sorry for your loss, you are all in my prayers.
Janet Shalbey
Paula Murphy
May 16, 2005
My very deepest sympathies to the McDonough and Murphy families.
He lives in your hearts forever.
Love, Paula
Scott Blomquist
May 16, 2005
Dear McDonough Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad time. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Sincerely,
Scott
Eileen & Jack Wagner
May 16, 2005
Suzanne
Needless to say, we were heart broken when Mary Ellen called us with the news. Dick was a great guy and you have a wonderful family. You and the kids are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love Eileen, Jack, Jackie and Meredith
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