Richard W. Hall

The family of Richard W. Hall, 88, Barkhamsted, CT is sad to announce his passing on February 6, 2023, at Geer Nursing and Rehab Center in Canaan CT. He was the loving husband for 66 years, to Janet Thibodeau Hall.

Richard was born April 8, 1934, in Winsted, CT to the late Margaret Bosworth Lefebvre & William Hall Jr. He lived most of his life in Winsted. CT and most recently in Barkhamsted, CT.

Richard attended The Gilbert School, and he was a beloved milkman in Winsted and the Northwest Corner for 35 years. Many articles were written in local papers about his committed service as a milkman and his friendly demeanor towards his customers. He enjoyed fishing. woodworking, gardening, tennis, dancing and socializing, especially the "hot dog roast bonfires" with very special friends. Some of his greatest joy was watching Rick and Todd play out with their various bands as well as his and Tracy's shared passion for fishing. Over the years he was part of many bowling teams and really enjoyed his Senior Bowling team at the Laurel Lanes made up of eighty- and ninety-year-old cherished friends.

Known as "Poppy" to his eight grandchildren, he was an avid follower of their many activities in sports, music, dancing and many other activities.

He is survived by a brother Wayne (Michele) Hall, Arizona and was predeceased by a much-loved sister Judith Dings.

He leaves behind three loving children, Richard (Danise) Hall, Todd (Terry) Hall, and Tracy (Dennis) Hall; eight grandchildren, Shannon Emilia, Brittany Barber, Haley Wheeler, Morgan McGrane, James Barber IV, Danielle Hall, Michael Hall, and Briana Hall. He was blessed with five great granddaughters and many close nieces and nephews and his special "Angels" Mark and Susan Caufield.

It gives his family great pleasure to know that he is dancing in Heaven surrounded by some of his dear family and friends. "SAY GOODNIGHT DICK"!!!!!

The family would like to thank the staff at Geer Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for their wonderful care and support.

Services will be private, Richard’s family will host a Celebration of Life on Saturday, April 8, 2023, from 1pm-4pm at The Hall residence in Barkhamsted, CT. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Geer Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, 99 S. Canaan Road, Canaan, CT 06018 in his memory.