Obituary of Richard G. Downing

Downing, Richard G. Dick- on December 31, 2007, passed of ALS of Dallas, GA formally of East Norwich, NY. Cherished son of Edith and the late Walter. Beloved husband of Brenda J. Loving father of Richard (Janet), William (Karen) and John (Karen). Adored grandfather of Holly and Shaun. Dear brother of Nancy Brown and the late Paul. Former husband of Mary Price. He served in the National Guard for 5 years, Ex-Chief and 47 year member of the East Norwich Fire Department, honorary member of the Masons Matinecock Lodge #0806 and the East Norwich Kiwanis Club. Visiting Oyster Bay Funeral Home, 261 South Street, Oyster Bay, NY Sunday 3-5 & 7-9 p.m. Funeral Monday 10 a.m. Oyster Bay Funeral Home. Interment Brookville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please make donations to The ALS Association, Greater NY Chapter, 116 John Street, Suite 1304, NY, NY 10038 or the East Norwich Fire Department.