Richard W. Verner

CHESHIRE - Richard Verner, 81, passed away Wednesday, October 8, 2014 at St. Mary's Hospital, Waterbury. He was the husband of Annmarie (LaRose) Verner.

Mr. Verner was born February 10, 1933 in Cheshire, the son of the late William and Myra (Williams) Verner. He served his country during Korean War in the U.S. Army. He was a Life Member of the Cheshire Fire Department achieving over 60 years of Membership. He was a Cheshire Postal Carrier for over 35 years as well as a School Bus Operator in Cheshire for 15 years. He was a member of the VFW Post 7330 in Oakville.

Besides his wife of 56 years, he is survived by his daughter Mary of Cheshire; his two sons Richard Jr. of Cheshire and David of Wallingford; his brothers Raymond Verner of Cheshire and Wilbur Verner of Forestville; his Grandson, Lukas Fracasso-Verner; his beloved dogs, as well as several Nieces and Nephews. Besides his parents, he is predeceased by his brother Myron.

Arrangements – Funeral services will be held Monday October 13, 2014, 10:15 from the Alderson-Ford Funeral Home of Cheshire, 615 S. Main St. to the Church of The Epiphany for a Mass at 11 a.m. Burial will follow in Cheshire Hillside Cemetery. Visitation will be held Monday morning from 09:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. at the funeral home. Memorials contributions may be made to the Cheshire Fire Department, 250 Maple Ave., Cheshire, CT 06410.