Roger N. Richard

70, of Cranston passed away on Sunday , June 14, 2020 at Rhode Island Hospital . He was the beloved husband of 22yrs. of Katherine (Perates) Richard. He was the son of the late Aime and Marie (Vacher) Richard. Roger was a licensed electrician and had been employed at Toray Plastics for over fifteen years. Upon his retirement four years ago he became a full time driver for Meals on Wheels of Rhode Island .Besides his wife , he is survived by his children : Christian Richard (Linda) ,Aaron Richard (Janet) ,Jeremiah Drinkwater ( Kendra) and Seth Richard ( Jessica) and his sister Elaine Richard .
He was the grandfather of Aurianna , Ayla, Clara, Siena and Elle. Roger was the brother of the late Janine Maitland . Roger was an avid cyclist and was a member of the Narragansett Bay Wheelman. He enjoyed traveling with his wife and attending meetings with the Men of St. Joseph at his church . Roger most enjoyed serving others and spending time with The Lord . He was a volunteer driver for the American Cancer Society and volunteered for the American Red Cross installing smoke detectors in inner city homes . In addition ,Roger was very supportive of his sister-in-law Joan who is profoundly deaf . Born on Christmas Day, Roger was a deeply religious and spiritual man .When Covid 19 became widespread , Roger continued to deliver meals to the elderly and disabled for Meals on Wheels .He felt that God wanted him to serve . Roger died a hero, though he will be greatly missed by family and friends . He is happy and at peace to be with The Lord . A funeral Mass will be held on Friday , June 19, 2020 at 9:30 am at Holy Apostles Church , Cranston. Visiting hours will be respectfully omitted . Burial will be private . Donations may be made in memory of Roger to The Corliss Institute ,Inc. , 290 Main St. ,Warren, RI. 02885 or at Corliss.org.