- Date Of Birth: November 8, 1944
- Date Of Death: November 26, 2018
- State: Connecticut
David Charles Richardson of Portland and Eastham, MA, adored father and proud grandfather, devoted and loving husband and brother passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on November 26, 2018. David and his wife, Robin Lea (Yalenezian) Richardson had just celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary this past summer.
David worked as a chemist specializing in rubber products. He retired as Technical Director of Airex Rubber Products in Portland where he worked for over 30 years. He loved his job and the people he worked with and returned to work part time after retirement.
He was very active in professional organizations including the American Chemical Society.
Dave approached life with patience and humor. He was the rock of his family. His subtle wit and quick smile will be missed by family and friends.
Along with his wife, Dave is survived by his son, Mark A. Richardson of Valesta, GA; a daughter, Laura A. Westphal and her husband, Fred of Madison; two grandchildren, Christian and Andrew Westphal, who were the light of his life; two brothers, Stewart Richardson of Londonderry, NH and Leo Richardson of Greensboro, NC and many nieces and nephews.
Dave was predeceased by his sister, Margaret “Peggy” Walsh.