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Born on Sept. 13, 1941 in New York City, he was the son of the late John Paul and Doris (Newcomb) Dauer.
He married his beloved wife, Christine Ann (Richard) Dauer on Nov. 26, 1966. Other family members include a cherished daughter, Leslie Anne, (husband Jon) Dauer-Creek of Mason, Ohio; and a best friend and brother Keith (wife Sandy Senior-Dauer) Dauer of Chester.
Richard Dauer dedicated his life to educating and coaching, teaching in preparatory schools in South Carolina and Connecticut. He spent most of his career as assistant head master and history teacher at the Williams School of New London. At each school he coached sports, including baseball, basketball and golf. He retired in 2004 but continued teaching as an adjunct professor at Springfield College in Springfield, Mass.
He graduated from the Morgan School in Clinton in 1959. He received his bachelor of art degree in history from Middlebury College, Middlebury, Vt., in 1963, and after a military tour of duty in Germany he completed a master of art degree in history from the College of William and Mary.
Richard Dauer earned his doctorate in history from the University of Connecticut and authored the definitive biography of Chester Bowles' political career, A North-South Mind in an East-West World: Chester Bowles and the Making of United States Cold War Foreign Policy, 1951-1969.
Richard Dauer was a member of the First Church of Christ, Congregational, in Clinton, serving in its choir and Men's Group. He was the president of the Henry Carter Hull Library's Board of Directors and actively involved in the Clinton Historical Society. He was an avid sports enthusiast, having run in several marathons, including the New York Marathon, and he played baseball in an Over Thirties Men's Baseball League until recently.
Visitation hours will be from 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday, April 7 at the Swan Funeral Home in Clinton. The Funeral Service will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday at the First Church of Christ, Congregational in Clinton. Burial will be in the Indian River Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Richard P. Dauer Scholarship Foundation, and sent to Keith Dauer, 19 Bates Road, Chester, CT 06412 or to the American Heart Association.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Dauer
Ryan Levine
April 26, 2006
Dear Chris, Leslie and family:
I miss Mr. Dauer. I was devastated by the news of his death. He was one of the teachers who had the greatest influence on me growing up. It is very hard to imagine he is not here anymore. A day has not gone by in these past weeks when I have not thought of him. I am writing to say what a special person he was, and to say that I sympathize with your family on his loss.
Laura Biskupiak
April 17, 2006
I just heard of Prof. Dauer's passing and I just wanted to let you know that he will be missed. I am a student at Springfield College and I looked forward to his history classes. He made history an interesting subject and I specifically took classes because he was the professor. I'm so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Joe kelsey
April 16, 2006
Chris and Leslie, and kieth,
I remember Ricky when the town of Clinton was much smaller than it is today. i remember Ricky playing baseball. A time when classes were small and we were much happier. He will be missed by all.
Sincerely,
Joe Kelsey
Nate Weiss
April 12, 2006
Dear Chris and Leslie:
Please accept my condolences on Rick’s passing. I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss Rick. He was a wonderful person; a model of an educator. He taught so much simply by the way he lived; the sincerity he radiated. I am so glad that my son Joe also had to opportunity have Rick as a coach on the golf course.
There are no good words of consolation befitting such an untimely loss; only a wish that time may lessen the pain and leave only the sweet memories as a blessing to you. Our thoughts are with you.
Warm regards.
Nate Weiss (& Shelley, Michael & Joe)
John Duffy
April 10, 2006
Dear Chris, Leslie, and Keith
I wanted to express these feelings at the funeral but knew I could never get through without totally losing it.
Rick might have taken awhile to get his Dr's in History but I believe he was born with a Dr's in Humanity. He was a kind, intelligent, humble, joyful person who just seemed to rejuvinate me any time I was with him. I feel cheated I am not going to get to play retirement golf with him in NC. But hopefully he is teeing off with Rudi and my Dad. Maybe they will hold a fourth spot for me. I will miss his smile, his humor and that twinkle in his eyes.
Pamela (Lancaster) and David Pettinari
April 8, 2006
Dear Chris, Leslie and family:
There are no words to express how sorry we are to hear about Rick. He was an inspiration to so many people, and he will be missed by all who had the chance to know him. One of the last times I saw Rick, he quoted one of his beloved Yankee greats, saying "he was the luckiest man in the world". In reality, it is those of us who knew and loved Rick that are lucky.
You and the family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerest condolences,
Kyndra (Bradley) LupPlace
April 7, 2006
Chris & Leslie~
As mom has already expressed, we thought so dearly of your husband and dad. Such a great teacher, coach and friend. He will be missed deeply.
Just remember, we are not human beings have a spiritual experience, but spiritual beings having a human experience. He has concluded his human experience, but take comfort in what a WONDERFUL spiritual journey he is on now. My thoughts and prayers are with you!
Kristen Holder
April 7, 2006
Mr. Dauer was the most influential teacher I have had in all of my years as a student. His sense of humor and caring personality will be remembered and greatly missed, and he will live in on all of us who knew him. My deepest sympathies go to those closest to him. You are in our hearts during this difficult time.
Arthur Bakoledis
April 6, 2006
I was deeply saddned to hear of Ricks passing. Somehow I still feel we are all teenagers from the class of 59, even though we are in our sixties. Although I have not been in contact with Rick, I and the other class members seem to be close after all these years. I'll miss him. Please accept my sincere sympthy.
Art Bakoledis
Susan Driscoll
April 6, 2006
Since I live in Colorado, I am so fortunate that I got to see Ricky at our last class reunion a few years ago. The Class of 1959 has lost an outstanding human being. My very best to Chris and Leslie and also to Keith. May the fond memories of Ricky help to alleviate your discomfort.
Brian Driscoll
April 6, 2006
Chris, I was sadden to learn of Rick's death. The news sparked a flood of childhood memories: Rick chasing down a long fly ball, preserving a win for the Morgan nine; our pick-up football games at Ponds and our pick-up basketball games in Joel Platt's backyard. Rick was a gentle, decent soul and a bright one at that. My condolences to you and to his brother Keith.
Scott Kolp
April 6, 2006
Richard Dauer was a wonderful man and a gifted educator. He will be missed and remembered by all who had the pleasure of being his student and friend.
-Kate Milke
April 6, 2006
I knew Mr. Daur as my history teacher at the Williams School. He was always very kind and his classroom was always fun and engaging. He will be missed by all the students whose lives he touched. My heart goes out to you.
Diane Bono Sampson
April 6, 2006
Dear Mrs Dauer and family:
I have fond memories of Mr Dauer from my years at Williams. He gave so much of himself to us and will live on in our memories and through what we teach our children.
You are in my thoughts.
Fondly,
Peggy Fortier
April 6, 2006
My deepest sympathy, Chris. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Leslie and all your family. I cherish so many memories of Rick. I will be in touch soon.
Julie Bradley
April 6, 2006
Dear Chris and Leslie,
My heart is in pain. Rick was one of my all-time favorite people, and I feel such a loss. He was always so humble, supportive, professional, understanding, friendly and loving. I have lost a dear friend and colleague, as you have lost a loving husband and father.
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Sincerely sorry,
Athena CONE
April 6, 2006
Chris, my deepest sympathy. Will get in touch when I return. Strength to you and Leslie. Athena
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