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Richard Dorgan Obituary
THE VILLAGES, Fla. - Richard W. Dorgan Jr. died peacefully, while working at the family summer home, on Lake Ontario, N.Y.
He leaves siblings, Ellen Harootunian, Susan Whitehead and John Dorgan (Gloria); his wife of 57 years, Janis Keane Dorgan; children, Jennifer Dorgan, Rich Dorgan, Laura Dorgan O'Banion; and very special grandchildren, Alice, Baer and Sara O'Banion. He was predeceased by his brother, Tom Dorgan.
Born in Utica, N.Y., in 1945, the family relocated to Adams N.Y., where Dick went to Adam's School through 9th grade. Then, a final move to Oswego, N.Y., where he completed Catholic High. He was a graduate of St. John Fisher College, was the president of the N.Y.S. Golf Association, and enjoyed over 30 years of friendship at Albany Country Club.
Golf was more than a pastime, it was the essence of integrity and respect of the game, which centered his life. He spent his retirement dedicated to working with the USGA and the NYSGA as a golf rules official traveling around the country.
He was a kind and generous man who will be missed by many.
Celebration of Life and reception: Thursday, July 24 at 11:00 a.m., in Oswego, N.Y.
The Mass will be at St. Mary of the Assumption, 107 W. 7th St., followed by a reception at Vona's, 9 Willow St.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his name may be made at nysga.org
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Richard Dorgan
JANIS DORGAN
August 30, 2025
Thank you for all the warm wishes. While we cannot enjoy Dick as we did,, he is still here in your kind thoughts & memories. He can still laugh with you on or off the golf course, give it a tryJanis
Denise Baier
August 13, 2025
Dick was such a wonderful man with a gentle manner and sense of humor. We so much enjoyed being in his and Janis’s circle of friends. So many good memories on the golf course. He will be dearly missed. Denise and John Baier
Charles Otten
August 3, 2025
condolences to the Dorgan family. A fellow railroad worked with Richard at Selkirk. A real gentleman and a pleasure to say i knew him. He will be missed by many.
Jim Peiffer
July 29, 2025
I will always remember Dick’s composure and pleasant personality on the golf course. Will miss playing with him & may God bless his soul. He will be with us always on the golf course
Rock Lauer
July 29, 2025
A Brave and Beautiful soul has found his way to the fairways in Heaven.
Dick was our rules expert golfing buddy who stepped softly on the greens, yet left deep footprints on our hearts. We all feel fortunate to have known him, and will always remember him with a club in his hand and a smile on his face.
His love for the game was only surpassed by his love for his family.
Kay SenitaTorba
July 28, 2025
Dear Janis,
Seven years ago, at the Nazareth 50th reunion, I saw Richard in Medaille and, we hugged. I am glad now that that happened because I have now that singular memory of him.
Alas, Bob resists until necessary looking at his work iPhone emails wherein was the email from Fisher which contained the obituary. He saw that email, yesterday.
We would have been at Saint Mary´s in Oswego for the memorial mass and then at Vona´s to see and talk with you.
Fifty-seven years you were married. I remember your wedding.
I will be thinking of you , and I hope to see you again before long, maybe at another Nazareth reunion.
Love,
Kay
From New York and Florida
July 27, 2025
Too many great memories to pick one.Dick was a salt of the earth person .What you saw was what you got with Dick .He was one of the finest human beings on our planet . I am sorry he is not with us anymore but his memories will keep him with us for the rest of our days . One day we will meet again and I will ask him how the Greens are!!
Joe Russotti
July 25, 2025
Thinking of you and sending prayers
Dale Hampston
July 25, 2025
So sad to hear of Dicks passing. I always enjoyed our conversations while playing golf. Always a kind soft spoken gentlemen. Will be missed by everyone he came in contact with.
Bob Doerr
July 24, 2025
Dear Janis and family. I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved husband and father Dick. I enjoyed playing golf with Dick and helping him run NYSGA tournaments back in the 1990’s. Such an interesting man to talk with and he truly loved the game of golf. He will be missed.
Sue and Tucker Jones
July 24, 2025
We were shocked and saddened to learn of Dick´s passing. I played golf occasionally with Dick at Albany Country Club, but never enough as he was one of the nicest partners around. Amazing how he was so knowledgeable about the rules and was held in high esteem by everyone, but he would never impose upon anyone. A wonderful gentleman. Sue knows Janice well from the club and the Albany Institute. We both send our heartfelt sympathy to Janice and the family.
Jerry Vasile
July 24, 2025
Dick `s life was filled with family and friends . I met him when we were both "working on the railroad "It was the beginning of a like long friendship". He had character and a hearty laugh along with a sensitive spirit that showed in his compassion for others by reaching out during difficult times be it family or friend . He will be missed by all of us - he was that special! RIP
Jerry Vasile
Dave Gardner
July 24, 2025
Although I didn't know Richard personally, I feel that I know him through John Dorgan, who is one of the most professional and pleasant people I've ever had the pleasure to work with. I'm sure Dick will be missed by many. My sincere condolences go out to John and his entire family. Dave Gardner
Ed and Jan Ardizone
July 23, 2025
So sorry to hear of the passing of Dick. He was a wonderful person, full of life and a joy to be around. We will remember the great times we had together.
God Bless,
Ed and Jan
Hugh Rundle
July 23, 2025
Dick, you will be missed by many for your friendly personality and always being the gentleman. To Janice and family, my condolences and prayers are extended.
Best regards ... Hugh Rundle. College friend and golf buddy
July 23, 2025
Whenever I think of my years at Fisher, Dick's memory is always in the forefront, for great memories are made by a great friend. There was always laughter at the Ward Hall dinner table when Dick was there. Janis, my prayers are with you, and may you find comfort in knowing that we, the ones lucky enough to know him, hold him in such high esteem. John Mehringer (Ring)
Greg Merimee
July 22, 2025
Dick was a fine man who was always concerned about everyone he played golf with. He will certainly be missed. I always enjoyed playing golf with Dick. in some ways he was very much like his Brother Tom. All the Dorgan Brothers were special people.
Gil Cabral
July 22, 2025
Dick was a wonderful person. Always very respectful and a very kind gentleman. We all loved golfing with Dick, always willing to explain all the golf rules but never complaining if we violated them. We will miss Dick.
Dave Gibbons
July 21, 2025
I will greatly miss playing golf with Dick in The Villages. He was our go to guy for rule clarifications, as he was extremely knowledgeable of the rules. Dick was a class act and a pleasure to be around.
Tom Lotz
July 21, 2025
Dick was a true gentleman. He was well loved by his golf buddies in the Villages and he will be sorely missed.
Jerry Vasile
July 21, 2025
Dick was a friend to many including myself . I am shocked by the news of his sudden passing and convey my sincere condolences to his family and friends. He was a wonderful person and friend who made us all better because of his gentile manner sincerity and hearty laugh .He will be missed by me and the many who knew him.
Tamra Wilson Setser
July 21, 2025
Such a gracious and caring soul. He will be sorely missed. Prayers for peace and comfort
Jim Collins
July 21, 2025
I loved playing golf with Dick and thought the world of him. I’ll miss him.
Bill+Barb Cross
July 21, 2025
We have been honored to get to know Mr. D. We loved listening to the history and stories of bygone days at Jefferson Park
His contagious smile and thoughtful ways will truly be missed.
Dennis & Becky Soultaire
July 21, 2025
Dick was always a person with a warm smile and a kind heart. Becky and I are blessed to have known him and will always remember him as a dear friend.
Ari Flaherty
July 21, 2025
Words cannot express my sorrow for your loss Janis . Dick was such a nice man & I remember him as always smiling whenever I saw him
Ari Flaherty
Dan T
July 21, 2025
He was a wonderful man with a massive heart and cared so much about the NYS Golf Community and people involved. I always saw him treat others with respect and kindness. It would be hard to measure how much he gave back to the game and positively influenced those around him. I was fortunate to spend time with him over the past 8 or so years and will miss seeing his contagious smile and memorable chuckle out on the golf course.
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