Obituary of Richard Arthur Chassey

Richard Arthur Chassey of Hopatcong, NJ passed away peacefully on Friday, October 12, 2018 at St. Clare's Hospital in Denville surrounded by his loving family. He was 93 years old. Richard was born on December 30, 1924 in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Mr. Chassey worked in the data processing department of Dover General Hospital for more than 40 years before retiring. Richard proudly served his country in the United States Navy where he sailed the North Atlantic. He was a longtime resident of Hopatcong and enjoyed reading, traveling, photography and watching classic comedies. Richard is survived by his son, Roy, his granddaughter, Jennifer and his dear friend, Manny. He was pre-deceased by his beloved wife, Clare in 1997, his daughter, Elcine "Melody" and his son, Dana. Richard's Life Celebration Services will include a Memorial Service to be announced at a later date. All services were entrusted to the Leber-Lakeside Funeral Home of Landing, NJ. In lieu of flowers, please consider the Wounded Warrior Project https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org.