Richard John "Dick" Ellsworth Jr.

June 5, 1952 - July 11, 2018

ADRIAN- Richard John "Dick" Ellsworth Jr., age 66 of Adrian, passed away Wednesday, July 11, 2018, at Wellbridge of Rochester Hills. Dick was born on June 5, 1952, to Richard and Jean (Hurlbut) Ellsworth, Sr. in Adrian. He graduated from Adrian High School and went on to earn his Bachelor’s Degree in Turf Management from Michigan State University. Dick served in the United States Air Force for 2 years where he worked as a radar technician and proudly guarded our country’s border during the Vietnam War era. After the war, Dick focused his skills in the electrical engineering field where he worked setting up electronic systems for universities and hospitals. He was an excellent golfer and played in numerous local tournaments. Dick enjoyed vacationing in the Bahama’s with his parents and had a special four legged friend, Buddy, who brought him great joy. Survivors include his siblings, Carol (Ken) Christenson, Barbara (Gary) Rogers, Charles (Rose) Ellsworth and Mary (Nickolas) Apone; and many nieces and nephews who were dearly loved by Dick and always close to his heart. He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Jean. Funeral services for Dick will be on Monday, July 16, 2018 at 12 p.m. at Wagley Funeral Home with Pastor Drew Hart officiating. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. Family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 11 a.m. until the time of service. Contributions in memory of Dick may be made to Great Lakes Hospice Foundation. Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.wagleyfuneralhomes.com.