Age 82 of Wellsburg, NY , passed away peacefully at home on Friday March 11, 2011 surrounded by his family, He is survived by his devoted wife of 52 years, Sherry Parsons; children, R. Scott Parsons (Kathy), D. Mark Parsons girlfriend (Tanya)., grandchildren, Sara, Matthew, Travis and Jared Parsons; Brother in-laws, George (Bonnie) Shanks, and Rodney Shanks. Sister in-law, Dawn ShanksDick was a member of the Twin Tier Vintage Auto Club, Dodge Brothers Club, also a retired member of the Sheet Metal Workers Union #112, a former member of the Montour Falls Yacht Club, andenjoyed traveling in his motor home.It was Richards request that there be no calling hours and a private funeral service be held at the convenience of the family. Those wishing may make memorials to the Wellsburg Volunteer Fire Department, Wellsburg , NY.