Richard Alan Clarkson, age 88, of Sandy Hook, CT and Boynton Beach, FL passed away peacefully at home on July 5, 2021. He will be missed by his wife of 61 years, Carole Clarkson.
He was born July 27, 1932 in Sharon, CT, son of the late Howard and Lucy (Rouse) Clarkson. Richard grew up in Pawling, NY. He was predeceased by his brothers and their spouses Howard (Janet) and Roger (Rose) Clarkson.
Following high school, he graduated from Alfred State College (Electric Technology) and served 4 years in the Navy. He was employed for 34 years at NYSEG in Brewster, NY. Richard was happiest at home working on various projects. If it was broken, he could fix it. Renovate it – no problem. Put on a new roof, add a big back porch, fix the car, he could do it all.
Richard loved traveling and he and Carole were fortunate to visit many places around the world. When asked what his favorite place was, he would always say, “the last place we visited!”
He is survived by his children Sheila Merlotto (Raymond), Steven Clarkson (Janine), and his grandchildren Raymond Merlotto, Nicole Merlotto and Bryn Clarkson as well as many nieces and nephews and their families.
Friends may greet Richard’s family at the Honan Funeral Home, 58 Main Street, Newtown, CT on Friday, July 9, 2021 from 2pm to 5pm. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to Feeding America or a charity of your choice.
To leave online condolences for his family or to share a story, please visit www.honanfh.com.