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Richard Bugbee Obituary
EAST BROOKFIELD - Richard B. Bugbee, 83, of Howe Street died Monday, October 2, 2017 in Quaboag Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center, West Brookfield after an illness.
He leaves his wife of 53 years, Gwendolyn R. (Moulton) Bugbee, a daughter Wendy Bugbee and her partner Kerry Houston of East Brookfield, a granddaughter Sarah Morin and her husband Eric of East Brookfield, two great-grandchildren Makenzie and Hunter Morin. He was predeceased by a grandson John Soboleski III in 2004.
Mr. Bugbee was born in Worcester, son of Bernard and Josephine (Tobin) Bugbee. He worked as a mechanic for several years at Varney's Garage before opening his own business, Bugbee Auto, and he also owned a salvage yard. He liked to travel with his wife, friends and seniors of East Brookfield and Warren. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, taking care of his lawn, fixing just about anything and attending engine shows. He was a member of Lashaway Senior Citizens Club.
A Graveside service will be held Friday, October 6 at 11:00 AM in Podunk Cemetery, Podunk Road, East Brookfield. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to John Soboleski, III Memorial Scholarship Fund C/O David Prouty Permanent Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 172, Spencer, MA 01562.
J. HENRI MORIN & SON FUNERAL HOME, 23 Maple Terr., Spencer is directing funeral arrangements.
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June 6, 2019
Richard and my dad did years of yankee trading ,roof supplies for bike repairs,gutters for motorcycle repairs you name it they did it,he was always a very nice guy to me and my dad thought the world of him,i got to run into him years ago when he was looking for a tow truck we laughed at the old stories.thanks for the memories Richard,jeff pike
October 6, 2017
Dear Gwen, Wendy, and Family: So sorry to hear of Richard's passing. I remember spending time with Dick and my father at Bugbees Garage many times, and he was able to keep my cars running for many years! He was a kind and gentle man. Keeping you in my thoughts and Prayers at this time.
Sincerely, Phil Mullett
Paul and Dawn Baldino
October 4, 2017
We are very sorry for your loss please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Paul and Eva Jones
October 4, 2017
Our most heartfelt sympathy is with you and your family.
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The Brown Family
October 3, 2017
Sorry for your families loss, he was a quite but friendly man! I miss our walks picking rocks along the woods! Rest in peace Mr. Bugbee
Toni Coskie
October 2, 2017
My heart is broken. I'll miss you my friend. Xo Toni
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