Richard Thomas “Richie” Sheehan, 85, a former longtime resident of Tewksbury, passed away peacefully Thursday October 29, 2026, at his home in Surfside Beach, SC.
Born on May 29, 1941, he was the son of the late Warren J. Sheehan and Gladys E. Sheehan.
A proud Veteran and Firefighter, Richard served in the United States Marine Corps from 1962 to 1966 and was a Professional Firefighter in Tewksbury, MA from 1966 until his retirement in1987.In addition, he past chairman of the Tewksbury Hospital Board of Trustees.
Richard was a proud grandfather who enjoyed attending his grandchildren’s sporting events.
He was an avid golfer, a loyal Boston sports fan and loved watching the Boston Bruins and New England Patriots.
Richie was a Lifetime Member of the International Association of Firefighters, the Tewksbury-Wilmington Elks Lodge # 2070 and the Tewksbury Disabled American Veterans (DAV).
In addition to his parents, Richard is preceded in death by his siblings, Raymond, Warren Jr., Robert, James, Kevin and Mary.
Survivors include his loving wife Lois Ann (nee Whitman) Sheehan; his children, Richard Thomas Sheehan, Jr.; Wayne Michael Sheehan (Sherrie Balboni); Brian William Sheehan; Kelly (nee Sheehan) McFadden (Christopher Fusco); his foster daughter, Barbara Jezylo (Kori Vitiello); twelve grandchildren, Rachel Sheehan, Richard Sheehan III (Leticia), David Sheehan, Ryan Sheehan, Charles “Chaz” Picardy, Andrea Crothers (Isaac), Ava Sheehan, Ella Sheehan, Brady McFadden, Kasey McFadden, Kiley McFadden and Madison Brown; two great grandchildren, Julia Sheehan and Luca Crothers. He leaves many nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.
The family would like to express a special “Thank You” to their Southern Family in Surfside Beach and the Gentiva Medical Staff of Surfside for their care of Richie and his family.
Relatives and friends will be received on Wednesday, November 18th, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Farmer & Dee Funeral Home, 16 Lee Street, Tewksbury, followed by remembrances to be shared by his family. At Richie’s request, there are No Funeral Services. Kindly Omit Flowers. Donations in his memory may be made to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation at www.t2t.org or by mail to Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10306.