Obituary of Richard William Waterhouse

Dansville- Richard William "Dick" Waterhouse age 91, passed away Saturday morning November 16, 2024, at Noyes Memorial Hospital in Dansville. He was born in Mt. Morris, NY on May 5, 1933, a son of the late William and Evelyn (Dukelow) Waterhouse. On November 21, 1953, he was married to the former Carole Rose Waterhouse, who predeceased him on May 22, 2019. He was also predeceased by a daughter Lori Cheal, and both siblings, Donna and Bette. Dick was raised in a by-gone era, growing up in a country home without electricity or indoor plumbing. He started nursing school once he graduated high school, but a low draft number caused him to reconsider. He left school and enlisted in the US Navy during the Korean War. Near the end of his stint, he attended a New Year's Eve party and met Carole Rose, fell in love and began a 65 year marriage. They moved to Rochester but soon realized they loved Livingston County, returned and remained there the rest of their lives. A quick learner and clever craftsman, Dick could do just about anything with his hands, and was skilled at carpentry, roofing, welding, concrete and countless other building abilities. He always strived to do whatever it took to complete a job promptly and properly. But most of all he was a true family man, always making sure they were well cared for, and often helped neighbors and organizations with projects. To sum him up in a few words, Dick was a gentleman, a great husband and an incredibly giving father and grandfather. Formerly employed at Sonyea, Kodak in Rochester, along with Foster Wheeler Energy Corp., Henty Lumber and Bennett Brother's Construction of Dansville. He retired from NYS Department of Corrections at Groveland Corrections maintenance division. A member of Daniel Goho American Legion Post 87, he was also very active with the Dansville Fish and Game Club for many years and a former Webelos Boy Scout Leader. He is survived by a son William "Bill" (Sonja Olbert) Waterhouse, grandchildren Jennifer Recino, Benjamin Cheal, and Richard and Rebecca Waterhouse, a great-grandchild Mallory Recino, a stepsister Sally Suozzi, and many nieces and nephews. At Dick's request no official services will be held. A gathering of friends and family will be planned in May 2025 to share stories and celebrate his life. Interment will be next to Carole and Lori in Greenmount Cemetery Dansville. Arrangements are by the Hindle Funeral Home Inc., 271 Main St. Dansville. Online memorials may be left at HindleFuneralHome.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the Dansville Fish and Game Club, PO Box 406, Dansville, NY 14437.