Richard F Polhemus

Born April 27, 1943, Rick was raised in New Jersey and later attended Iona College where he graduated with honors and played basketball. He married his wife Barbara on October 2, 1965 and the couple recently celebrated 45 years of loving marriage this year. Rick and Barbara moved to Northern California in 1974 and raised their three children in Saratoga, CA before retiring to Auburn, CA in 2002.

Rick worked as a successful Sales and Marketing executive for over 30 years with a variety of Silicon Valley companies.

A selfless man, Rick had a true passion and love for life, his family and his friends. As a husband, a father, a grandfather and a friend, he touched countless lives with his generous, loving and charismatic spirit. Never one to shy away from a game of basketball, a round of golf or biking with friends, Rick thrived on being active. Family was the most important aspect of Rick’s life. His six granddaughters, who affectionately referred to him as “Pops” were his pride and joy and he treasured his time with each of them. He brought the same positive presence with which he raised his own children to these six little girls. Too many good memories to recount, his family and everyone who knew him will miss him beyond measure.

Rick is survived by his wife Barbara; his sons Rick Jr. and Scott; his daughter Carrie; his brothers Skip and Tom; and his six granddaughters Kelsey, Sloane, Skyler, Harper, Cassie and Hayley. His spirit will be in their hearts forever.

A memorial service and mass will be held at 2:00 pm on Monday, November 1 at St. Teresa of Avila Parish in Auburn, CA.

His family has requested in lieu of flowers donations be made to Cristo Rey Network of Schools at www.cristoreynetwork.org or the NativityMiguel Network of Schools at www.nativitymiguelschools.org.

Arrangements under the direction of Chapel of the Hills, Auburn, CA.