Richard 'Dick' Millette

Richard Peter Millette, Sr, 88, of Killingworth, CT, formerly of Glastonbury and Manchester, CT was welcomed into the arms of God on August 21, 2022 surrounded by family. Dick was born in Hartford, CT on August 19th, 1934 to Joseph and Victoria (Mical) Millette. He served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. He was raised in Hartford, CT where he owned and operated Millettes Sunoco Service Station for well over 35 years. He was known for his sense of humor, impeccable work ethic and his devotion to his family, friends and his church. Dick and Florence were active members of the Church of the Nazarene in Manchester for many years where they devoted much of their time volunteering as an usher and in hospitality. He took great pleasure in the simple things in life including bird watching and gathering at Dunkin Donuts with his buddies weekly for coffee, and his post sports conversations with his brothers. Dick is survived by his wife of 64 years, Florence Drake Millette who was the love of his life. He will be remembered by his unwavering devotion to his wife and family. He is also survived by his sister, Frances Harmon and brother Michael Millette in addition to his four children, Darlene Castiglione (Bobby), Cindy Cellini (John), Rick Millette (Pam) and Sandi Martin (Tommy). He is also survived by many loving grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other extended family and friends. Dick is predeceased by his parents, siblings, Theresa Moran, Helen Paquette, Joseph Millette, and Ernest Millette. Calling hours will be held on Thursday, August 25th 10:00am to 10:45am at Holmes-Watkins Funeral Home located at 400 Main St, Manchester, CT 06040 with a church service at 11:00am at Manchester Church of the Nazarene located at 218 Main Street, Manchester CT 06042. Burial to be held privately with family. In lieu of flowers please make donations to your local Veterans Association in Dicks memory.







Services

Calling Hours
Thursday
August 25, 2022
10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Holmes-Watkins Funeral Home
400 Main Street
Manchester, CT 06040


Funeral Mass
Thursday
August 25, 2022
11:00 AM
Manchester Church of the Nazarene
218 Main Street
Manchester, CT 06040