Richard G. Standish

(ALBION)

Richard G. “Dick” Standish, age 89, died October 23, 2024 in United Memorial Medical Center. He was born June 11, 1935 in Albion and was a life-long resident of this area.

Dick was a United States Navy Veteran of the Korean War and a member of the VFW. He often helped out at the Knowlesville Fellowship Hall, and enjoyed camping, playing Euchre, and going to Florida. Dick was also a classic car enthusiast but more than anything, he was a devoted family man who cherished time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mr. Standish was predeceased by a daughter: Sherryl, a grandson: Brandon, and two sisters: Eleanor “Mickey” Rocco, and Marilynn LeCroix.

He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years Betty Lou, his children: Leonard Standish of Albion, Tammorah (David) Neal of Albion, Mark (Carrie) Standish of Albion, Derrick (Jan) Standish of Barre, 8 grandchildren, as well as several great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home, 21 West Avenue-ALBION, TUESDAY 10/29 from 1-4 pm where his Funeral Service will be held immediately following visitation at 4pm. Military Honors will take place following the service at the Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Batavia VA Medical Center Rehabilitation Unit, 222 Richmond Ave., Batavia, NY, 14020. To share a special memory of Dick, please visit: www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com