Richard E. Osienski

December 26, 1928 - June 1, 2020

Richard E. Osienski, 91, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 1, 2020 at Baystate Medical Center. Born December 26, 1928, son of the late Anthony and Josephine (Such) Osienski, he was a Feeding Hills resident, having resided in Chicopee and West Springfield prior to 2017. Richard was a graduate of Chicopee High School, Class of 1946, and a communicant of the Basilica of St. Stanislaus, Bishop & Martyr. A US Army veteran, he served with the Occupational Forces in Germany from 1952-1954. It was there that he met his wife and the love of his life for 67 years, Hedy Heinrich. Richard began his long career at Moore Drop Forge when he returned from the service and continued until his retirement in 1991. He enjoyed spending time with his wife and family, and enjoyed the hobby of rockhounding for many years, which kept him and Hedy active in their early retirement. Richard is survived by his beloved wife, Hedy (Heinrich) Osienski; his loving daughter, Deborah Leonczyk of Huntington; his loving sons, Richard Osienski and wife Rayann of Worthington, Steven Osienski and wife Linda of Bennington, NH, and Hans Osienski, who was also his dedicated caregiver; and his cherished grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his brothers, Edward and John Machos. A Mass of Christian Burial for Richard will be held on Thursday at 10AM in St. Stanislaus Basilica, and burial with Military Honors following in St. Stanislaus Cemetery. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Baystate Health Foundation, Baystate VNA and Hospice, 280 Chestnut St., 6th Floor, Springfield, MA 01199.