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Richard Ehrhard Obituary
Richard A. Ehrhard, 95, of Brookfield, CT and Lakeworth, FL, husband of Dora (Butera) Ehrhard and father of Michelle A. Volpe, died on Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at Danbury Hospital.
Affectionally known by many as "Uncle Dick", Mr. Ehrhard was born in Danbury, October 8, 1924, the son of Peter and Bertha (Bailey) Ehrhard. He attended Danbury Schools and graduated from Danbury High School.
He was a World War II U.S. Army veteran, Mr. Ehrhard participated in the 1st wave of the D-Day Invasion on June 6, 1944, when allied forces staged an enormous assault on German positions on the beaches of Normandy, France.
Mr. Ehrhard was a retired produce manager with the First National Store of Bethel and later was employed at the Hi-Way Market of Brookfield.
A lifelong area resident, he resided in Brookfield for the past sixty years and wintered in Lakeworth, FL.
He enjoyed gardening, landscaping, bird watching, reading and most especially the time shared with his family.
In addition to his wife Dora of seventy-one years and daughter Michelle, Mr. Ehrhard is survived by a son in law Charles "Chick" Volpe Jr. of Danbury; two grandsons, Charles Volpe III and his fiancée Kate Appley and Michael Volpe and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Ehrhard was predeceased by three sisters, Eleanor Taylor, Margaret Fitzpatrick and Beatrice Kolwicz.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at 10 a.m. in Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Danbury.
Interment will be private.
The family will receive friends in the Jowdy-Kane Funeral Home, 9-11 Granville Ave., Danbury on Monday, November 4, 2019 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Contributions in Mr. Ehrhard's memory may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Rd., Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256.
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Carolyn Brewer
November 3, 2019
Dear Aunt Dora, Shelly and Family,
Our deepest sympathies in the loss of Uncle Dick. We have so many fun and loving memories to keep in our hearts. He was a very special part of our family and we were blessed to have him with us all these years. May he rest in peace as we remember the good times.
Love and condolences,
Carrie and Dick
Doreen Bernier
November 3, 2019
Sending Dora and Michelle prayers and light during these difficult days.. Uncle Dick always had a kind word and smile.. Thank You Uncle Dick for your bravery and valor during the D Day invasion. You are a true hero.
November 1, 2019
Thoughts and prayers are with you Mrs. Ehrhard, Michelle and your family. Mr Ehrhard was such a shining light , a kind word and a loving hug every time I saw him . I was blessed to grow up with him in my life. God bless...
Denise Spiro-Kearns
November 1, 2019
Sorry for the loss of a very kind man and long dear neighbor. Praying for family
Ann Ehrhard Windebank
November 1, 2019
My sincerest condolences to the family and friends during this time of sorrow.
October 31, 2019
God speed Dad! We love you ❤
Eileen Johnson
October 31, 2019
Michele & Family, so sorry to hear of the passing of your father, may he RIP and all of you keep him close in your hearts. Eric & Eileen
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