Richard J. Thamasett

PERRYSBURG, NY — Richard J. Thamasett, 82, of Vestal went peacefully with the Lord on August 14, 2019 surrounded by his family, leaving a legacy of pride and accomplishments.

Richard grew up in Perrysburg, NY. He subsequently resided in Fredonia, NY, Cincinnati, OH, and Albany, NY. He obtained a Master’s Degree in Hospital Adminis-

tration from Xavier University and continued studies toward a Ph.D from New York University.

Richard relocated to Binghamton, NY where he became Director of Broome Developmental Services for 30 years.

Richard participated in multiple community organizations such as: United Way, Catholic Charities, Triple Cities Hospital Council, Boy Scouts of America and Special Olympics. He was an avid tennis player and spent many hours perfecting his game at the Binghamton Tennis Center and on the SUNY Binghamton tennis courts.

Richard is survived by his wife Barbara (nee Guziec) of 59 years of marriage.

He is survived by his children: Catherine Reville, Anne French and Karen Quinn; his grandchildren Abigail, Christina, Matthew, Lauren, Julia, John Michael, Katherine, Richard and Daniel. The family is grateful for the compassionate and excellent care Richard received at United Health Services-Wilson Hospital.

Friends may call on Monday, August 26, 2019 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at Mentley Funeral Home Inc. 105 East Main St. in Gowanda. A prayer service will be held at 12 pm Noon followed by committal services at Perrysburg Cemetery.

The family requests that flowers be omitted and that memorial contributions in Richard’s memory be made to St. Joseph’s RC Church, 26 Erie Ave. Gowanda, NY 14070.