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Richard Weckwerth Obituary
Richard was born in Milwaukee, Wis., to the late Richard and Adele (Walters) Weckwerth on Oct. 3, 1930. After completing high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy where he served for 20 years, 16 in the submarine service. He fought in Korea and served abroad. Upon his honorable discharge from the Navy, Richard worked for another 22 years as a supervisor at EB until retiring.
In May of 1953, Richard married his beloved wife, Marilyn (Varney) in Lynn, Mass. Together they raised their family and made cruises their respite, enjoying 36 of them while married. Richard was a member of the Sub Vets in Groton, Sprague Rod & Gun Club, Montville Center Congregational Church, and the Montville Senior Center.
In addition to his wife, Marilyn, Richard is survived by his son, Richard S. Weckwerth and his wife, Holly, of Ledyard; brother, Gerald Weckwerth of Milwaukee; sister, Susan Varney; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his daughter, Rhonda DiLallo; brother, Kenneth Weckwerth; and sister, Diane Parker.
Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Montville Funeral Home of Church and Allen, 53 Norwich-New London Tnpk., Uncasville. Burial with military honors will immediately follow at Maplewood Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Connecticut Humane Society.
To leave an online condolence, please visit www.montvillefuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Weckwerth
January 27, 2012
Marilyn, so sorry to hear about Richard, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.Karen Pishka from Mohegan School
January 24, 2012
Dear Marilyn and family,
So sorry to learn of Richard's passing. May your many memories of a life well lived bring you some measure of comfort during this sad time.
Barbara McCarthy
Mark and Joan Callaghan
January 24, 2012
Very sorry to learn of Mr. Weckwerth's passing. May memories and family provide comfort in the days ahead.
Lenice DeLuca
January 24, 2012
Scott and Holly and entire family
I wish to express my deepest sympathy for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers.
January 24, 2012
Marilyn and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time . Your old neighbors.
Marian & Frank Rolfe
Ellen Plotnick Ravenelle
January 24, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family....
January 23, 2012
Dear Marilyn and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Marie and Phil Twomey
Tom Rolfe
January 23, 2012
Scott, My deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your Dad. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jane Aarnio
January 23, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow
Timothee Goselin Jr
January 23, 2012
My sincere condolences for your loss. Mr. Weckwerth was a fine man and a good neighbor.
Pat Kopycinski
January 23, 2012
So sorry to hear of your loss. May you find peace knowing he is at rest.
January 23, 2012
Dear Marilyn and family,
My condolences to you all. My prayers and thoughts are with you and with Mr. Weckwerth.
~Marie Ziesemer
Trenda Caron
January 23, 2012
Dear Marilyn and Family,
Please accept my condolences for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Jane Aarnio
January 23, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you
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