Richard "Dick" L. Tenczar

Richard L. Tenczar passed away peacefully on June 8, 2025, one day before his 88th birthday, with his three sons by his side. Born on June 9, 1937, in Ware, MA, he was a proud graduate of Springfield Technical High School. He went on to attend Bentley College in Boston before beginning his accounting career at General Electric. Richard later took over the family business in 1969, co-owning and managing the Four Corners Service Station ("On The Hill, But On The Level") in Three Rivers, MA, alongside his beloved wife, Doris. They enjoyed a blissful marriage of 58 years, devoted to each other until Doris’s passing in 2022.

Known to many as Dick, he was a loving husband, devoted father, and proud grandfather. A talented athlete, he excelled in baseball and football during high school and remained an avid sportsman throughout his life. He was also a dedicated bowler, famously achieving a perfect 300 game. The winnings from his bowling tournaments allowed him to purchase Doris’s engagement ring.

A lifelong New England sports fan, Dick loved cheering on the Red Sox, Patriots, Celtics, and Bruins. One of the highlights of his life was attending the 2018 Red Sox World Series. He also enjoyed harness horse racing and spent many enjoyable afternoons and evenings watching the races.

Dick instilled a strong work ethic in his children and led by example, living with honesty, humor, integrity, and an unwavering love for his family. He leaves behind his eldest son, Rick and his wife Sharon of Canton, CT; his middle son, Bob and his wife Jennifer of Sammamish, WA; and his youngest son, Ray and his wife Abbey of Easthampton, MA. He also leaves his cherished grandchildren: Christopher, Matthew, Andrew, Dylan, Sam, and Sophie.

The family would like to thank the staff at Linda Manor Assisted Living Facility, his private nurses and Pioneer Valley Hospice for treating him with dignity, respect and kindness at the end of his life.  

In lieu of flowers please send donations to Pioneer Valley Hospice and Palliative Care. 

In keeping with his wishes, a private family service will be held.