Birth date: Aug 21, 1944 Death date: Jul 27, 2015
Richard J. Hassick, 70, Wildwood, FL. passed away on July 27, 2015 at Leesburg Regional Medical Center in Leesburg, FL. Mr. Hassick was born on August 21, 1944 in Bridgeport, Connecticut to his parents Joseph and Jacqueline Hassic Read Obituary
We offer our sympathy to Ann and Dick's larger family.
He was not an ordinary guy. He was extraordinary.
He gave his time and talent to teach people to fly radio control airplanes, fix cars, machine parts, and provide sage advice.
He was a master machinist. Dick had a wonderful sense of humor. In fact when I first tried to fly my first Radio Controlled plane, it was so heavy that it ran the full length of the runway before it got off the ground. Dick laughed out loud and suggested new wings- the flapping type-might help. HA. He and Leon Kuszik helped make some changes on this plane. Dick named it the "lead sled" as it was heavy and silver in color. With Dick's humor and help I became a good pilot and flight instructor at the club.
As President of CCRCC Dick did much to advance model aviation. He was a great instructor, and event manager. Dick worked with me to teach my wife Sue how to fly and welcomed her into the flying club (Central Connecticut Radio Control Club) in 1980.
Dick provided very practical advice to everyone on home heating systems, cars, and anything mechanical. He could take a pile of scrap steel and make a great mechanical device. His '58 Corvette is a masterpiece. That skill seems long-lost in this nation, but those of us that spent time with Dick carry some of that forward. In fact the tools, jigs, and fixtures Dick made for me are used every week in my shop.
Most importantly Dick was an extraordinary human being and friend to many. He stood up to loud non-thinking people, and quietly helped those who needed assistance. For 20 years he had the courage to positively fight his long-term illness and still tell jokes every day. He loved Ann and would want us to all rally around her.
There are some big footprints where Dick stood.
Tom Munsell
Sorry to hear of the passing of Dick. He was a great friend. We had many good times together. We had two great cross country trips.
Leon Kuszik
Our sympathy to Ann. We had great times together.Dick was such a giving person,he would do anything for anyone.We will miss him. Norm&Jean Lortie
Annie, We are saddened to hear of Dick's passing. He was one of my best flight students and a friend to all that met him. You are in our prayers and Dick is in our hearts. God bless.
Our heartfelt sympathy to Ann and family, Dick was a great guy and will be missed by all, our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
The Ashley family
