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Richard Quist Obituary
His wife of 49 years, Pauline K. (Gribouski) Quist, predeceased him in July 2002. He leaves two sons, Richard W. Quist Jr. and Paul V. Quist both of Shrewsbury; two daughters, Sonja A. Quist of Shrewsbury and Tracy J. wife of Joseph Pauk of Oxford; a granddaughter, Brittany Pauk of Oxford; four sisters, Meris Connors and Daryl Hebert both of West Boylston, Suzanne wife of Donald Pierson of Southbridge and Pamela Williams of Worcester; many nephews and nieces. He was born in Worcester, son of Walter G. and Virginia H.P. (Peterson) Quist.
Mr. Quist was a computer technician for many years at Fenwal Corp. in Ashland, retiring in 1993. He was an Army paratrooper and accomplished 14 jumps in 1946 & 1947. While attending Shrewsbury High School he was an outstanding athlete, nicknamed Gunder. He was an avid golfer and sports fan who especially enjoyed the Boston Red Sox and the New England Patriots.
His funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 13th in Mulhane Home for Funerals, 45 Main St., Millbury. Burial will be in Central Cemetery, Millbury. Calling hours are 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 12th in the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St. Framingham, MA 01701. Condolence book and directions available at:
www.mulhane.com
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Kristen Tu'ifua
December 12, 2006
Tracy, Richard, Sonja, and Paul,
Hi guys, this is Kristy... I hope you all are doing alright. We are so sorry to hear about Uncle Dick's passing. We just want you to know that we love you and are thinking of you always. You are in our prayers. We miss you. Please write me back, and let me know how you are. We love you.
Love,
William, Kristy, Lillie, and 'Aminiasi
Jim & Jane Mason
December 12, 2006
Sonya,
So sorry to learn of your dad's passing. You and your family will be in our prayers. Millie also sends her regards.
albert n powers
December 11, 2006
paul
all the best to you and your familyat this trying time.
Carole & Joe Ballard
December 10, 2006
So sorry to see the news of your Dad's passing Tracy. Out thoughts are with you way down here in Florida.
Joan Cayer
December 10, 2006
Dear Tracy,
We are sorry to hear about your Father. Ellen informed us. We wish we could be there, but you are in our prayers.
Love Jim & Joan
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