Richard A. "Dick" Caron, 84, of Candia, passed away peacefully May 18, 2017 at Catholic Medical Center.
Dick was born in Manchester on January 7, 1933, youngest son of the late Rudolph and Rose (Bisson) Caron. He graduated from Manchester Central High School and enlisted in the Navy, serving at sea during the Korean War. In 1949 he met his wife Katherine (Lisai) Caron; they were married for 64 years and have lived in Candia since 1964. Dick had a long and successful career in sales. He liked to travel, especially motor home trips with family and friends, and enjoyed being on the water. His hobby was classic cars, and he loved animals.
Dick is survived by his wife, Katherine; his daughters, Linda Caron and her partner Steve King of Dayton, Ohio, Gayle Coffey and her husband Michael of Quincy, Mass.; his grandson Michael Coffey; his sister Teresa Giroux and her husband Gene; his sister-in-law Doris Lefebvre; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers Rudolph Jr., Robert, and Paul and his sister Jeannine.
Services will be private.
Memorial contributions may be made to Candia Fire and Rescue, 11 Deerfield Road, Candia, NH 03034.
Lambert Funeral Home & Crematory, 1799 Elm St.,Manchester is assisting with arrangements.
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