Richard C. Dreyer

Niskayuna- Dreyer Richard "Dick" C., 80 years old, passed away peacefully at home May 1, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Haverhill, MA on March 31, 1943 to the late August & Evelyn (Bonnell) Dreyer.

He is survived by his wife Evelyn ( Heery) Dreyer of 57 years, two sons, Kenneth of Scotia & Kevin (Lillian) of Greenfield, grandchildren Colin, Grace, Liam Dreyer & a great grandson, Colt Dreyer, who called him Pa. Also two sisters, Susan (James) Blick of Painesville, OH & Joanne Rolfe of Lake Tahoe, CA plus nieces & nephew. More surviving family includes Philip (Kathy) Heery of Egg Harbor, N.J., Kathy (Rob) Derner of Manheim, PA, Michael (Inez) Heery of Jupiter, FL, Marianne Heery of Coatsville, PA & nieces & nephews. Plus Uncle Ken Bonnell of Greenville, MS & many cousins.
Dick graduated from Middletown Twp. High School, Middletown, N.J. & landed his first job as a Draftsman with Bell Labs, Holmdel, N.J. His future endeavors led him to apply and was, accepted to Fort Schuyler Merchant Marine Academy in Bronx, N.Y. His summer curriculum included training on the Empire State IV ship as they navigated their way to many European countries. In 1966, Dick graduated with a degree in Maritime Mechanical Engineering.

That year he attended a life-sustaining ceremony by marrying the love of his life, Evelyn Heery. They lived in the Bronx when he accepted an offer to teach at Fort Schuyler. Besides teaching, he was also a student at City College, Bronx, N.Y. studying for his master's degree. In 1971, he began working at the Knolls Atomic Lab in Niskayuna until his retirement in 2004. That is when their part time visits to Cape Cod became full time in their travel trailer. Their family have many memorable years of fishing, kayaking, lobster dinners on the beach, whale watching, off road driving on the dunes & more with many dear friends.

Dick's activities & hobbies were numerous – fishing, hockey, kayak trips, visits to their Lake Placid condominium, calligraphy & woodcarving. He belonged to the Mohawk Wood Carving Association & produced intricate angels, santas, birds & more. He taught this skill at the Niskayuna Adult Education Program.

Throughout the course of daily updates on Dick's health condition between family & friends included were high praises for the attending faithful Hospice team, especially Maria Thiele. God's presence was known, and felt through His angels; the Hospice nurses, staff, volunteers & organization. Our family thank you so very much for your compassionate dedicated care during Dick's difficult journey.

In lieu of flower's the family asks for your kind donations be directed to Community Hospice.