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Richard J. Callery, 71,

            Richard J. Callery, 71, of Hopedale, where he lived most of his life, passed away from cancer on Saturday evening, April 24, 2021, at home surrounded by family. Devoted husband of the late Barbara A. (Halpin) Callery for over 47 years, cherished son to the late Philip J. Callery and the late Rosa M. Callery, and loving father to Richard J. Callery and his wife Rachel of Bellingham and Joseph E. Callery and his wife Renee of Milford. He also is survived by his adored grandchildren Taylor, Aubrey, Sloane, Kevin and Christa Callery.             

    After attending Hopedale Jr.-Sr. High School, Richard proudly served four years in the Vietnam War for the US Army Special Forces Green Berets. He then briefly worked at the General Motors Framingham Assembly plant before starting his 40-year career at the US Post Office until 2015 when he retired.              

     Richard was a faithful friend to many as a first-rate conversationalist. When many of his friends passed before him, he honored them by caring for their gravesites with mini Christmas trees during the holidays and flags for the veterans. He always was a friendly neighbor helping a hand wherever needed. He was a superb cook and baker, and if you savored “spicy hot” then he was always game to test (or burn) your taste buds. Cooking with hot sauce was a passion, and spicy deviled eggs were a specialty. He thoroughly enjoyed being a grandfather to his five grandchildren. Whether he was lifting their “heavy bones” to give them a hug or jokingly picking and eating toe jam from between their toes, they brought him great joy and pride. He also enjoyed traveling to Cape Cod and New Hampshire with his late wife Barbara for their annual vacations. But most of the time, on warm summer evenings or brisk but sunny fall weekends, he would be on his porch smiling and waving to anyone who passed by while he relaxed and sipped his iced coffee.            

    His funeral and Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, April 29 at Sacred Heart of Jesus, 187 Hopedale St., Hopedale, MA, at 10am. Burial will follow in Hopedale Village Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday evening from 4-7pm at Consigli-Ruggerio Funeral Home, 46 Water St., Milford, MA.


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God speed Dickie, back in Barbaras arms. Such a funny couple. We never got to have our awesome spam feast. I am sure you are having one now. Our hugs and love. MIKE AND MARY
Mary A Riggs


You were one very very kind man cousin Dicky. Barbara -Aunt Rose- Uncle Phil and Bobby missed you way too much.
David Michele Beccia-Calzolaio


Richie, You and Barbara were Best friends with my late husband Rick and I. We had some great times with each other. The four of us were always willing to help each other and no questions asked, Now I am going to be lost losing my husband and now two of my best friends. You are now with Barbara and our Lord. Tell I said hi and if you should see Rick give him a hug for me. Bless you my Friend, and give Barbara a Big hug for me. God Bless You Faye
Faye Hauge


Dickie, my buddy, my neighbor, I’ll be missing you. I know you are no longer suffering and back in Barbara’s arms. To the family you are in my thoughts snd prayers. He loved you all dearly. I’m here if you need me.
Cathy Valentine


Glad I got to talk with you last week. You will be missed! Now you will be with Barbara the love of your life. RIP Dickie you were a great friend! Kim. You will be missed!
Kim Cruz


Richie---you were a great friend to me during all the years Barb & I were best friends. We laughed & talked & enjoyed our Chinese dinners. I'm going to miss you so much. But now you're not suffering health problems. But the big thing is that now you're in heaven with the love of your life. You & Barb are together for ever now!!! ❤️
Bev Flooks


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