Richard Paul Stolpinski, 87, passed away peacefully at home on January 31, 2025 surrounded by his beloved family.
Born in Springfield, son of the late Francis and Josephine Stolpinski, he was a 1955 graduate of Trade High School. Richard was a U.S. Air Force Veteran proudly serving his country from 1955-1959. He worked for the United States Post Office from 1961-1992 and for Westfield Electroplating from 1992-2018 before retiring. Richard loved playing golf, was an avid reader, and an avid New England sports fan. He was always there for everyone in a time of need and devoted his life to taking care of his family. Richard enjoyed going to all of his childrens’ and granddaughters’ sporting events and dance recitals, and spending time in Cape Cod with his family; but above all, he especially loved his weekly dinner dates with his wife Bette.
Richard was the beloved husband of 47 years to Bette Anne (Gaffney) Stolpinski. He leaves his children Christopher R. Manfredi and husband Tyrone, Jennifer E. Connelly, Cheryl Sleeper and husband Neil, and Richard Stolpinski, Jr.; his granddaughters Emma Anne Connelly, Samantha Catherine Connelly, and Harper Anne Manfredi; brothers George Stolpinski and wife Florence and Michael Stolpinski and wife Nancy; brother-in-law Myles Wm. Gaffney and late wife Charlotte; as well as several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends. Richard was predeceased by his siblings Ronald Stolpinski, Thomas Stolpinski, and Frances Cutler.
Visiting hours for Richard will be held on Saturday, February 8, 2025 from 2:00pm - 4:00pm at Ludlow Funeral Home concluding with a service beginning at 4:00pm. Burial to be held at a later date at Hillcrest Park Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made in Richard’s memory to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA and the Alzheimer's Association (alz.org).
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432 East St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
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Ludlow, MA 01056
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