Richard S. Niemiec Sr, age 77, passed away on July 25, 2013. He was born on August 28, 1935 in Chicopee and has been a lifelong resident. His parents were the late Stanislaus and Sophia (Ferus) Niemiec. Richard served in the US Army for 2 years. He worked as a textile machine operator for Facemate Textile Co for many years before he retired in 2001. He was a former communicant of St Stanislaus Basilica and in his spare time, enjoyed to fish. He leaves his loving wife of almost 52 years, Frances (Lignar) Niemiec of Chicopee; 1 son Richard Niemiec Jr and his wife Kathy of Chicopee; 1 daughter Theresa Niemiec of Chicopee; 2 grandchildren Thomas and Carly; 1 step sister, Gladys Kokoszka of Chicopee along with many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by 2 brothers Max and Teddy Niemiec and by his sister Emily Piela. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday July 30, 2013 at the Grise Funeral Home, 280 Springfield St, Chicopee at 11:00 a.m. Calling hours will be held on the morning of the service from 9:00-11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family.