Richard R. "Dick" Guerette, 79 of Punta Gorda, Florida, passed away on January 12, 2024, of complications from a stroke. He was born in Nashua, New Hampshire, on April 19, 1944. He was the son of the late Roger and Cecile (Dionne) Guerette. He shared 42 years of marriage with his wife, Carol Guerette. He was raised in Nashua and resided in Merrimack, New Hampshire until 2022. He graduated from Nashua High School in 1962, and then served in the United States Marine Corps from 1962 to 1966.

Dick worked for many years as a carpenter and in construction. Employers were Maple Leaf Construction in Nashua, NH and Pro Con in Hooksett, NH. Dick was a member of The American Legion Post 98 in Merrimack. Dick was a strong man who led with his values and strong work ethic. He was a proud husband and father who took pride in his family. In his spare time, Dick enjoyed exploring local antique shops. Dick had an affinity for collecting coins, especially American Silver Eagles.

In addition to his parents, Dick was predeceased by his daughter Corene who died in 1970. He is also survived by his wife Carol, son Shane Guerette, daughter and son in law Kelli and Ken Harvey and 4 grandsons, Cole, Tyler, Bryce, and Cameron, goddaughter Jenn Guerette and nephew Jason Guerette. Family members are Ron and his wife Priscille Guerette, Royce and Virginia Buczek of Punta Gorda, FL, sister Helen Guerette, and Aunt Irene Gareri of Massachusetts.

Visitation will be held on Saturday February 10, 2024, from 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM at Rivet Funeral Home located at 425 Daniel Webster Highway, Merrimack NH; followed by a burial with a graveside service with military honors at 1:00 PM at Saint Patrick's Cemetery, located at 102 Derry Street, Hudson, NH.