A Funeral Mass for Richard H. “Dick” Thompson will be celebrated on Thursday May 1st, 2025 at 10 AM, in the Church of Saint Patrick, Watertown.
A son of the late Hammond J. & Margaret E. (Robinson) Thompson. Dick passed away surrounded by his loving family Saturday evening. He was 90.
A proud U.S. Air Force Veteran, Dick was deeply involved in his community throughout his life. He was a member of the AOH Pipes and Drums Marching Band out of Manchester, NH, coached basketball, refereed in town and church basketball leagues, and umpired high school and college baseball. Dick was loved and respected by all who knew him for his kindness, dedication, and community spirit.
He was the beloved husband of the late Mary F. (Farrell) Thompson. Devoted father of Richard “Dick” J. Thompson, Kathleen Moschella & her husband Robert both of Watertown and the late David P. Thompson. Dear brother of Glenda Philbrick of NH, and the late Lillian Starrett, Fred Thompson, Enda Coleman, Shirley Thompson, & Norma Ragno. Loving grandfather of Camryn Moschella. Also survived by several nieces & nephews.
Funeral from the MacDonald, Rockwell & MacDonald Funeral Home at 270 Main St. Watertown on Thursday May 1 at 9AM, followed by Funeral Mass in the Church of St. Patrick, 212 Main St., Watertown at 10 AM. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours Wednesday 4-8 PM. Interment St. Patrick Cemetery.
Memorials in Dick’s name may be made to St. Patrick/Sacred Heart Food Pantry 770 Mt. Auburn St. Watertown MA 02472.
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