Richard “Rick” Lowell Washburn

GLENS FALLS – Richard “Rick” Lowell Washburn, 66, passed away peacefully in his home on May 2nd surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. 

Born on May 21, 1957 to Gerald and Marilla Washburn, Rick grew up in Fort Ann, New York where he loved playing football and bass fishing. A talented athlete, Rick played both high school football for Fort Ann and semi-professional football for the Hudson Falls Greenjackets as a wide receiver and a running back. After graduating from high school Rick enlisted in the United States Air Force where he proudly served his country. Following his service, Rick became an HVAC technician and was employed by Lyons VA in New Jersey as well as working in the industry throughout New York for many years. An adventurous spirit, Rick also spent time as a competitive kayaker in Costa Rica and was a member of the Olympic trials kayak rescue team. 

In 1994 Rick married Bonnie Culver and the couple moved to Bakers Mills, NY where they spent their time spoiling their menagerie of pets. While Rick loved all animals, he was especially fond of his five dachshunds that he affectionately referred to as his children. During this time Rick was employed at Barton Mines in North River and for Eric and Eric construction. 

Rick was a gentle and loving soul who adored his family and made an impact on the lives of all those he met. He will be missed dearly by those who were privileged enough to know him. 

Preceding Rick to his heavenly home were his beloved father, Gerald Washburn, and his beautiful sister, Brenda Washburn Fallon, Left to cherish his memory on earth are his wife of 30 years, Bonnie (Culver) Washburn, his mother Marilla Washburn, his stepson Robert Ball (Trina) and his surviving siblings Gerald “Cub” Washburn (Vicki), Terrance Washburn (Donna), Michael Washburn (Tammy) and Pamela Washburn Ross (Rick) and his brother in law, Kelly Fallon. Rick will also be remembered fondly by his many nieces, nephews and extended family who will miss his dry sense of humor and his infectious laugh. 

The family would like to express gratitude to the wonderful caregivers from High Peaks Hospice for their compassionate care during Rick’s final days. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Rick’s name to an animal shelter or organization of your choice.