Obituary: Richard Williams, 84, of Beverly

BEVERLY, MA - Richard (Dick) Williams passed unexpectedly on Dec 30th with his family by his side. He was 84 years old. Dick was a graduate of Beverly High School class of 1949. After high school Dick enlisted in the army and served his country for three years in Germany during the Korean conflict. Dick met his wife June before the war and they were married soon after his return. They were married for 61 years and had 2 children with 3 grandchildren. Dick proudly served as a Beverly, MA firefighter for 31 years.

He, his wife and children also operated the locally cherished “Dick & June’s Ice Cream” from 1968 through this past summer. Retirement for Dick was bitter sweet because he was so dedicated to his business and worked tirelessly. Dick had many friends though his business as well as The Knights of Columbus, Vittori-Rocci Post and The American Legion Post in Manchester-by-the-Sea.

He loved to play cards and was a big sports fan. Dick is survived by his wife June (Mercaldi) Williams, his son Alan, his wife Carol, his daughter Debra Farley and her three sons, Jackson, Hunter and Connor. Dick also is survived by two brothers, David Williams from Florida and Donald (Alan) Williams from New Hampshire. He is predeceased by his brother, Robert, formerly of Salem, MA. Dick was a wonderful husband, father and friend. He will be missed by many. A private ceremony for immediate family only was held by request. In lieu of flowers please send donations in Dick’s name to The Wounded Warriors Project at www.woundedwarriorsproject.org.