Richard E. Willey, 81, of Manchester, CT, formerly of Holden, MA, passed away suddenly at home on Monday, October 7, 2024. Born September 12, 1943, to the late Ralph E. Willey and Eva C. Stone Willey of Barre, MA.
Richard is survived by his former wife, Carol Stay Willey of Holden, MA; three children, Linda (Edmund) Bouchie of Manchester, CT, Robert (Deirdre Westcott) Willey of Arlington, MA, and Jeffrey Willey of Worcester, MA; four grandchildren, Carolyn Surprenant, Joseph Bouchie, Thomas and Rhea Willey. He is also survived by two sisters: Elaine Bloom of Holden MA and Pauline Johnson of Jefferson MA.
Due to his wishes, cremation is planned. Burial will be private, as will any family memorial in the future.