Richard G. “Dick” Babcock, age 84, of Frdeonia Rd., Hempfield Twp., passed away after a brief illness Wednesday evening, September 30, 2020 in his residence with his family at his side.
He was born in Greenville on July 21, 1936 to Chess A. and Ethel Mae (Fischer) Babcock. Dick was a graduate of Jamestown High School and served in the U.S. Army from 1959-1961. He retired as the Manager of Production Engineering from Trinity Industries after thirty-five years of employment. Dick enjoyed hunting and snowmobiling from his camp in Elk County, spending summers on the Clarion River, outside work and cooking for his family.
On May 21, 1960 he married the former Lois Ann Becker, she passed away on July 15, 2012. He is survived by his daughter; Cheri Williams and her husband Kent of Greenville, a brother; Ronald Babcock and his wife Carol of Greenville, three granddaughters; Kaila L. Williams and partner Joe Savio of Neptune, NJ, Evan E. Blick and her husband Jacob of Superior, CO and Madie A. Bell and her husband Andrew of Greenville and a great-grandson; Lyon A. Blick.
He is preceded in death by his parents, wife, and two sisters; Joan Loutzenhiser and Roberta Peterson.
A Private Family Memorial Service with Military Honors will be planned for a later date in St. Michael Cemetery Chapel. Memorial Contributions may be made to Hospice of Crawford County, 766 Liberty St., Meadville, PA 16335.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Loutzenhiser-Jordan Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 366-368 S. Main St., Greenville.
My Deepest Sympathy Goes out to Cheri and the family… Fredonia Road will never be the same for me now… I loved to see Dick out in the yard or relaxing in the garage as he watched the traffic go by.. He always had a Smile and a wave for me. ❤
Cheri, I’m so very sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Please accept my deepest sympathies to you and your family.
I will miss this little man very much. He was alway out waving at the buses when we left the school. Such a kind man. Sorry for your lost Cheri and all your family. The cookie lady
I sure am going to miss this liittle man. What a nice person. I am going to miss him waving at me everyday. My sympathy goes to Cheri and all the family. The cookie lady
We are so very sorry for your loss. Dick was the best neighbor to my mother, Kathryn Foulk. We will never forget all the kindness he showed her.
We are saddened by losing our “Uncle Dick.” My memories go along way back and he was very much a part of my life growing up and I always loved and admired him. He always was witty and brought a smile to my face and a chuckle for my belly. He will be very missed and our prayers and love go out to you Cheri and the family. Hugs and blessings always, Robin, Doug and Morgan Andrews
We are so sorry for your loss. Dick was a wonderful man. He made delicious pizzelles and the best pickles. We will really miss his visits.
Dick hired me to work for him at the Steel Car in September 1980. I was always grateful to him for that. He was one of the nicest men I ever had for a boss. He treated me more like a friend than an employee. Always funny and very generous too. I have many fond memories of snowmobiling at his camp. My condolences to Cheri and Kent and family. Paul Yoos
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
With deepest sympathy,
Mark, Jackie, Allyson and Amy Meighen