GUILDERLAND – Richard J. “Dick” Dewey, 79, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 22, 2017, with his loving family by his side. Dick was born in Albany, the son of the late Ashton F. Dewey and Margaret D. Murray Dewey. He lived in this area all his life, and attended St. Margaret Mary’s Grade School, Albany High School, and Siena College. He was employed for a time by the U.S. Post Office, and the NY State Dept. of Motor Vehicles, and then joined the New York State Dept. of Taxation and Finance where he served for 37 years. He also was a licensed real estate agent, and sold for Dorp Homes, Bob Howard Realty, and Realty USA. He was a member for many years of the Pine Haven Country Club, a member of the Guilderland Elks #2480 for 43 years, and a member of the Knights of Columbus. He had a great love for the game of golf, and also enjoyed gardening.
Dick is survived by his beloved wife Mary Ryan Dewey; his children Richard J. Dewey, Jr. (Diane) of East Greenbush, Dr. Katherine M. Dewey (Dr. Craig Siegel) of St. Louis, MO, Robert J. Dewey (Cynthia) of Kinderhook, and Erin P. Dewey of Guilderland; his brother Dr. William L. Dewey (Patricia) of Richmond, VA; his mother and father in law Roberta and Thomas Ryan; his grandchildren Jack, Sean, and Allison Dewey, Noah, Olivia, and Caleb Siegel, and Ashton Dewey; and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers Francis J. Dewey, Donald A. Dewey, and Joseph Dewey and by his sister Margaret Dewey.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Christ the King Church, 20 Sumpter Ave., Guilderland Saturday morning January 28,2017 at 10:00 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited, and may call at the church Friday afternoon from 4-7 p.m. Interment will be in St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Christ the King Church Building Fund, 20 Sumpter Ave., Albany, NY 12203. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Hans Funeral Home, Albany. To leave a message of condolence for the family, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com .
Bill Hemmings
January 24, 2017 at 3:23 pmMy condolences to the family.
Mary Beth Alberico and Family
January 24, 2017 at 3:59 pmOur deepest sympathy to all.
Peg Spano
January 24, 2017 at 4:09 pmMare,
My deepest sympathies and many prayers going out to you, Erin and the rest of the Dewey and Ryan families. Anyone who saw you and Dick together would know he truly was the love of your life, and that will live on forever.
Much love and peace.
Leslie Brennan
January 24, 2017 at 5:17 pmMary and Erin,
I am so sorry for your loss! Dick was an amazing man, always had a smile and a wise crack. I loved his stories of being a “pretend” patient for new doctors and will never forget that fateful wine tasting trip to the Gingerman where Dick announced we would have to head to McDonald’s afterwards to get some real food. Thank you for sharing him with us.
Much love, Leslie, Michael and Farrell
Julia Coons
January 24, 2017 at 7:24 pmMary~ I am so sorry for your loss… may your wonderful memories of Dick get you through the hardest times.
Love, Julia (Tortello) Coons
The Cure Family
January 24, 2017 at 7:59 pmDick was such a wonderful husband, father and friend to all of us! He had a wry sense of humor and a kind heart and a deep love for his family. After the Chicago Marathon, we made Dick walk up 17 floors because the elevators were broken and he was as cheerful as could be (although those of us that ran were hurting!).
Our families joined together through our children and through our children, we enjoyed so many great times! Heaven has welcomed a remarkable man and let’s hope that there is a heavenly golf course up there for Dick to enjoy until we all meet him again!
All our love and tons of hugs from the Cure family!
Barbara Drago
January 24, 2017 at 8:05 pmMy deepest condolences and prayers are with you all. He was a sensational man, loved by many and will be terribly missed….
Cindy D'Agostino
January 25, 2017 at 8:33 amSorry for your loss. Hugs and prayers.
Ilya Kacherovsky
January 25, 2017 at 8:37 amMy condolences to Mary and family.
Paul and Jean Roman
January 25, 2017 at 9:06 amWe were so sorry to hear of Dick’s passing.
We will always remember the great times we shared at the lodge, picnics, and clam bakes. He had a love of life and a sense of humor that was contagious. We will miss seeing that fabulous smile of his.
Tony Spadaro
January 25, 2017 at 9:25 amSincere condolences from the Spadaro family.
Anne and Mike Van Buren
January 25, 2017 at 2:10 pmMary,
So sorry for you loss. Dick was a wonderful person. We are out of the country but you are in our prayers. Much love,
Catherine Dewey Dreger
January 25, 2017 at 3:47 pmAunt Mary and family, I fill this message with much love and hugs. Many blessings are sent your way. Uncle Dick, your smile and love will remain in my heart for all my days. I love you all.
Francine Cole
January 25, 2017 at 7:28 pmMary, Erin, and family,
So sorry to hear of Dick’s passing. He was a sweetheart and will surely be missed.
Our deepest sympathy
Love you,
Aunt Francine, Brian, and Allyn
Linda and Wes Colling
January 26, 2017 at 4:08 amMary
So sorry for you loss. Dick was a wonderful person, we are living in Florida now, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Dick was always fun playing darts with at the elks.
Linda and Wes Colling
Frank Pacowski
January 26, 2017 at 5:04 amMary,
I am sorry to hear of Dick’s passing. I really enjoyed my times with him at Pinehaven. He was a warm and engaging man. I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Linda and Louie
January 26, 2017 at 6:03 amMary and Family,
We are sad to hear of Dick’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Linda and Louie Santandrea
Margot Rose
January 26, 2017 at 7:32 amMary,
I was so saddened to see that your husband Dick had passed away. Please know that my thoughts are with you throughout this difficult time.
Margot Rose
Kathy Martin
January 26, 2017 at 4:02 pmMary , our thoughts and prayers are with you . Sorry we can not be there for the services., I will really miss Dick , only knew him a short time and enjoyed his company very much . Always a gentlemen and kind to all .,love you , will contact you when I get home . Kathy & Michael Martin
Christine Corso
January 27, 2017 at 12:19 pmMary,
I am so sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Bill Parker
February 4, 2017 at 7:02 pmMary
Sorry to hear about Dicks passing, wishing you well
Bill
Frank J. Dewey Jr.
September 19, 2017 at 11:44 amAunt Mary, I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. I Loved Uncle Dick so very much. All my prayers are with you and the family. I just found out of your loss. I know Uncle Dick is watching over all of us.
Patrick Dewey
September 19, 2017 at 2:52 pmA Sad day indeed our prayers and thoughts are with you in this time of morning. Love you Uncle Dick Rest in peace.