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He was born in Somerville, son of the late Maurice R. and Adrienne M. (Lavoie) Courchesne. He graduated from Matignon High School in Cambridge and Boston State College. He later earned a Masters Degree from Boston College.
Richard worked as a systems analyst and consultant in the field of information technology for many years. He was a longtime member and regular communicant at Our Lady of Lourdes Church. He enjoyed photography, literature and computers and music.
CALLING HOURS will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on WEDNESDAY, FEB. 17, and from 9:15 to 10:15 A.M. on THURSDAY, FEB. 18, in KELLY FUNERAL HOME, 154 Lincoln St. A FUNERAL MASS will be held at 11 a.m. on THURSDAY, FEB. 18, in OUR LADY OF LOURDES CHURCH, 1290 Grafton St. Burial will follow in Notre Dame Cemetery. The family suggests donations in memory of Richard be made to the Memorial Fund of Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 1290 Grafton St., Worcester, MA 01604.
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Memories and Condolences
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Irene Axelrod
March 1, 2010
Dear Judi, Rachel and Paul,
I just heard of Richard's death, and want to let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all. My memories of him are all happy and it was such a joy to meet and talk with him at the MHS reunions. He was a friend to my late ex-husband, and a man with a wonderful spirit,a great smaile and a warm hug. He will be greatly missed; I always looked forward to our high school reunions as a chance to meet and chat. Sincerely,
Irene Shifflet Axelrod
February 26, 2010
Hello Judi, Rachel, Paul and all.
With great sadness I just heard today of Richard's passing. I knew him for almost 50 years,even before we went to MHS as we shared the ham radio bug. Over the years we drifted apart, but when he planned the 40th reunion we started talking more and exchanging jokes and anecdotes. We met last on January 13 for lunch in Worcester to talk about the world in general and it was so wonderful to see and hear him. What a great hug he could give. Although I did not see him or talk with him as much as we would have both liked, I count him as one of my best friends. His passing leaves a big hole in my heart.
Some nice pictures from that reunion are at http://efficiamurchristiferi.org/default.aspx
What a great guy he was, and I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please call if I can be of any help in any way.
Russ Pelham
781-834-0763
Shirley Schick
February 22, 2010
Aloha Judi,
Russ and I were saddened to hear of the loss of Richard. We are so glad we were able to share time at Thanksgiving with you both for the past several years and this past year will be especially memorable. Our hearts go out to you and your family and please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
"To remember is another way to love."
Shirley and Russ
Kim Sullivan
February 17, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Phyllis Halperin
February 17, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Terri Waters
February 17, 2010
Judi, Rachel, and Paul, I was so saddened to hear of Richard's passing; our thoughts and prayers are with you.
God Bless, Terri and Curt Waters
Robin Errede
February 16, 2010
Dear Judi, Rachel, Paul and Family. We were so saddened to hear of Richard's passing. He was a really nice guy, and we remember fondly the friendship we all shared at a time when it was most appreciated. We were so moved by his devotion to Adrienne and to all of you. Our deepest condolences at this very difficult time.
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