He was born in NY on July 12, 1946 a son of Harley D and Beulah (Ellis) Wilson.
Richard proudly served his country in the US Air Force.
He was a Union Electrician for many years.
Richard loved to travel whether it was for work or just to go and visit family and friends.
He loved playing pool, dancing, and going to the casino, but most of all he just loved people.
Richard will be remembered for his unique and colorful personality.
Surviving are his daughter, Christi Heath and husband Roger of Rumford; longtime companion, Debbie Takach of Westland, Michigan; three sisters, Nancy McIlroy of Irving, TX, Sandy Ritchie of Irving, TX and Patricia Ann Foster of Whitney, TX; his grandchildren, Howard Jones and companion Amy Martin of Rumford, Seth Jones and companion Melanie Jordan of Rumford and Jesse Heath and companion Elizabeth Lawler of Dixfield; and an adopted son, Richie Wilson of Texas.
He was predeceased by his parents and a brother, Robert Wilson.
If so desired contributions in Richards’ memory may be made to the Charity of One’s Choice.