Richard Phillips Vick, Sr. passed away on January 25, 2020 at his home in Fort Myers, Florida, after a brief illness. He was surrounded by his children and grandchildren. Richard was born in Corsicana, Texas and was raised in Beaumont, Texas. He graduated college in 1955 from Texas A&M University, where he earned a Bachelor …
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Richard Phillips Vick, Sr. passed away on January 25, 2020 at his home in Fort Myers, Florida, after a brief illness. He was surrounded by his children and grandchildren.
Richard was born in Corsicana, Texas and was raised in Beaumont, Texas.
He graduated college in 1955 from Texas A&M University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. He was a football player with the Texas A&M Aggies, and a Junction Boy, coached by Bear Bryant.
Richard was a retired executive with the Amerada Hess Corporation, and had offices in New York City and Woodbridge, New Jersey; working as Director of Human Resources in North America for over 30 years.
Richard was predeceased by his wife of 63 years, Celeste Curran Vick. He is survived by his son Richard P. Vick, II and partner Alan Thomas of Manchester, Vermont; son, Robert C. Vick and fiancée, Robin Funke; and grandchildren Curran, Catie and Lauren of Castle Pines, Colorado; as well as, his sister in law, Terrie K. Curran of New York City.
Visitation will be held at Holmdel Funeral Home, 26 South Holmdel Road, Holmdel, New Jersey on Thursday, January 30th from 4pm to 7pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at the Church of St. Catharine, 108 Middletown Road, Holmdel on Friday, January 31st at 9:15 am, followed by internment at St. Gabriel’s Cemetery in Marlboro, New Jersey.
To leave a message of condolence, please visit Richard’s page at www.holmdelfuneralhome.com.
Patti Kulesa
left a message on January 30, 2020:
My sincere condolences to the Vick family. I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Vick at Hess. A wonderful, kind and sincere man! Rest In Peace.
Jim Zago
left a message on January 30, 2020:
Mr. Vick was a wonderful man. I had the honor of knowing him and his wife through his son, my dear friend Bob growing up in High School together. When I needed it most, Mr. Vick guided me on the right path for my career. He opened many doors for me when he worked At Amerada Hess that led me to the career that I have so much enjoyed. He was a terrific role model, a wonderful father and husband and truly a gentleman. I don't know what would have become of me without his guidance. Thank you, Mr. Vick for being the person you were to me when I needed the support and guidance of a father figure. God Bless you and Mrs. Vick. May you both rest in eternal peace.
Bill and Laurie Rau
left a message on January 29, 2020:
We were lucky to get to know The Vicks on their many visits to Colorado. He was truly one of a kind and will be greatly missed. Sending hugs to all of you.
Fran Gizzi
left a message on January 28, 2020:
I am so sorry that you are experiencing the passing of first your wonderful Mom and now your Dad. He was one of the kindest men I have know and was such a wonderful husband to your Mom. You were their most precious possession and they loved you so much. I pray that God holds you all in the palm of his hand as you move through this sorrowful time. Much love and deepest sympathy.
Fran Gizzi
Monique Younger
left a message on January 28, 2020:
To the Vick Family sending you our deepest condolences and lift you all in prayer during this time.
Younger Family
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Kathleen Kawa
left a message on January 28, 2020:
Dear Rich, Alan and the Vick Family,
Sending you our deepest sympathies and condolences at the loss of your Dad. May your memories of such a wonderful father and remarkable life bring you comfort in the days and weeks to come. God bless him and may the Angels greet him in Paradise.
Fondly,
Kathy Botelho Kawa
Gilda and Michael Healy
left a message on January 28, 2020:
I posted in the New York Times obituary with Legacy.com as well.
I remember when Richard Vick was confirmed at St. Catherine's Church, Holmdel, NJ. It was at the Easter Vigil and he was confirmed with his wife Celeste standing behind him. She always did that. I sang in the choir. I felt privileged to be part of that with him.
After that, I always saw him as a Eucharistic minister at St. Catherine's. It was reassuring to see him there. No matter what he did, he did it with quiet dignity.
I personally have been friends with Richard Vick II,one of his sons, since the early 1980's when he sang in the choir with me. The nice thing about Richard , Celeste and their sons is that once you became a friend of theirs, you were their friends forever. What a wonderful legacy of love. God Bless all of you in the Vick family.
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Patti Kulesa
left a message on January 30, 2020:
My sincere condolences to the Vick family. I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Vick at Hess. A wonderful, kind and sincere man! Rest In Peace.
Jim Zago
left a message on January 30, 2020:
Mr. Vick was a wonderful man. I had the honor of knowing him and his wife through his son, my dear friend Bob growing up in High School together. When I needed it most, Mr. Vick guided me on the right path for my career. He opened many doors for me when he worked At Amerada Hess that led me to the career that I have so much enjoyed. He was a terrific role model, a wonderful father and husband and truly a gentleman. I don't know what would have become of me without his guidance. Thank you, Mr. Vick for being the person you were to me when I needed the support and guidance of a father figure. God Bless you and Mrs. Vick. May you both rest in eternal peace.
Bill and Laurie Rau
left a message on January 29, 2020:
We were lucky to get to know The Vicks on their many visits to Colorado. He was truly one of a kind and will be greatly missed. Sending hugs to all of you.
Fran Gizzi
left a message on January 28, 2020:
I am so sorry that you are experiencing the passing of first your wonderful Mom and now your Dad. He was one of the kindest men I have know and was such a wonderful husband to your Mom. You were their most precious possession and they loved you so much. I pray that God holds you all in the palm of his hand as you move through this sorrowful time. Much love and deepest sympathy.
Fran Gizzi
Monique Younger
left a message on January 28, 2020:
To the Vick Family sending you our deepest condolences and lift you all in prayer during this time.
Younger Family
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Kathleen Kawa
left a message on January 28, 2020:
Dear Rich, Alan and the Vick Family,
Sending you our deepest sympathies and condolences at the loss of your Dad. May your memories of such a wonderful father and remarkable life bring you comfort in the days and weeks to come. God bless him and may the Angels greet him in Paradise.
Fondly,
Kathy Botelho Kawa
Gilda and Michael Healy
left a message on January 28, 2020:
I posted in the New York Times obituary with Legacy.com as well.
I remember when Richard Vick was confirmed at St. Catherine's Church, Holmdel, NJ. It was at the Easter Vigil and he was confirmed with his wife Celeste standing behind him. She always did that. I sang in the choir. I felt privileged to be part of that with him.
After that, I always saw him as a Eucharistic minister at St. Catherine's. It was reassuring to see him there. No matter what he did, he did it with quiet dignity.
I personally have been friends with Richard Vick II,one of his sons, since the early 1980's when he sang in the choir with me. The nice thing about Richard , Celeste and their sons is that once you became a friend of theirs, you were their friends forever. What a wonderful legacy of love. God Bless all of you in the Vick family.
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