Richard Paul Begin

74, of Narragansett, RI and North Ft. Myers, FL, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2023, with his wife of 50 years, Judith (Latour) Begin by his side.

He was born on October 13, 1948 in Woonsocket, RI. He was the son of the late Paul and Rita (Beauchemin) Begin.

Richard was a graduate of Mount St. Charles Academy and Bryant College, and joined his father in business. Richard grew his business and served as owner and CEO of Pella Windows and Doors until his retirement. He loved baseball, racquetball, and skiing. He was an avid reader, skilled woodworker, enjoyed golfing with his family, and loved a good crossword puzzle.

Richard loved his family and was loyal to his friends, many of whom were friends since childhood. He was a loving husband, father, and Pepere to his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife and two children, Bryan Michael Begin and his wife Melody of Corpus Christi, TX, and Mary Elizabeth (Begin) Duncan and her husband Kelly of Bluemont, VA. Richard has six siblings, Michelle Begin of North Smithfield, Jeannine & Roger Allard of North Smithfield, Jacqueline & Roger Dufresne of North Smithfield, Denise & Don Leighton of Narragansett, Roger & Diane Begin of South Kingstown, and Madeleine & Titus Sitnik of The Villages, FL. Richard has six grandchildren, Riley Jude Duncan, Heidi Maeve Duncan, Celia Grace Duncan, Connor Bryce Duncan, Paul George Begin, and Richard David Begin.

Visiting hours will be held on Monday, February 20th from 12:00-2:30 pm, followed by a prayer service from 2:30-3:00 pm in the Nardolillo Funeral Home - South County Chapel, 1111 Boston Neck Rd (Rt. 1A), Narragansett.

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or HopeHealth Hospice of Rhode Island.