WILMINGTON — Richard Francis Gasser, 94, passed away Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017, at home.
Richard was born Jan. 13, 1923, in Maspeth, Queens, N.Y., son of the late John Joseph Gasser and Betty Seidler Gasser. His wife, Bobbie Gasser, preceded him in death.
He was a loving father, grandfather and friend who was full of energy and life. He was a U.S. Army veteran who served in France and the Battle of the Bulge. An avid boatman, he also enjoyed restoring antique cars later in life.
He is survived by his son, Richard T. Gasser (Debbie) of Northport, N.Y.; daughter, Lynn Faignhart of Wilmington, N.C.; and two grandsons, Richard Gasser Jr. (Christine) and Robert Gasser.
A funeral service with military honors will be held at 3 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 19, at Andrews Valley Chapel with the Rev. Sarah Smith officiating. Prior to the service, the family will receive friends from 2 to 3 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Richard’s memory may be made online or by mail to Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, D.C. 20090-6011.
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