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Richard G. "Dick" Piascik Sr.

1939 - 2021

BORN

1939

DIED

2021

Richard Piascik Obituary

Uncasville - Richard G. "Dick" Piascik Sr., 81, a longtime Montville resident, died Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021. Born in New London Oct. 31, 1939, he was the son of the late Edward and Gladys (Srednicki) Piascik, and was the loving husband of Elizabeth "Betty" (Kleemann) Piascik for 61 years.

Richard attended NFA before enlisting in the United States Marine Corps where he honorably served for four years. He was a successful businessman, having owned ASP Plumbing and eventually started Uncasville Oil which operated for several years. He was a loving husband, adored his children and enjoyed spending time with his "cronies."

In addition to his wife Betty, he is survived by his son Richard G. Piascik Jr.; daughter Susan Jessop; grandchildren, Dylan and Devan Jessop; his brother Wayne Piascik; and several nieces and nephews.

Donations in his memory may be made to the National Kidney Foundation, Inc., 30 East 33rd Street, New York, NY 10016. The Woyasz & Son Funeral Home is assisting with private arrangements.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Day on Jan. 10, 2021.

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Barbara (LaBounty) Schuler

January 11, 2021

Dear Betty and Children, I am so sorry to find out that Dick has gone on before us. I have many great memories of times that we were together. I will never forget sledding at the golf course. That was a hilarious time. May your memories keep him close.

Shannon Charron

January 11, 2021

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Carole Drong

January 10, 2021

I am so sorry to hear about Dick, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Carole Drong

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