Richard P. Mastalerz, 65, of Derry, NH, died Friday December 27, 2019, in his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Ludlow, MA on December 17, 1954, a son of Joseph and Mary (Yefko) Mastalerz. Rick spent his professional life as an Aircraft Technician. He began his career with Northwest Orient Airlines for 27 years then transitioned to jetBlue Airways for 10 years. He was also employed by John Deere in his hometown of Derry. Rick's love of planes extended beyond his professional life; he greatly enjoyed radio-controlled airplanes and was past president and instructor for the Flying Tigers of Derry. Rick led by example, whether in a professional capacity or with his loved ones. He will always be remembered as a loving husband, father and grandfather.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 34 years, Ann Marie (Cardinal) Mastalerz; son, Richard P. Mastalerz II and wife Sally; grandson, Zachary Mastalerz; granddaughter, Olivia Mastalerz; sister, Nancy Czajkowski and husband Douglas; two brothers, Peter Mastalerz and wife Bobbie and Joseph Mastalerz and wife Thelma; five brothers-in-law; two sisters-in-law and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Rick is predeceased by one brother-in-law.
Calling hours were held on Thursday, January 2, 2020 from 4pm to 8pm in the Peabody Funeral Homes & Crematorium, 290 Mammoth Rd., Londonderry, NH. A private burial was Friday, January 3, 2020 at 1:00 pm in St. Aloysius Cemetery, 1273 Berkshire Ave, Springfield, MA. Memorial contributions may be made to Lahey Hospital and Medical Center at https://giving.laheyhealth.org/lahey-hospital/.