HOLLIS - Richard (Dick) Sawyer, age 70, passed away suddenly on February 23, 2023 at his home after a very short but courageous battle with cancer.
He was born in Portland, Maine on March 24, 1952, son of Willis R. and Irma C. (Collamore) Sawyer. Richard was a graduate of Portland High School class of 1970. He was also a well known local musician, played with bands such as: Sabers Marching band, The Lonely, Smoke, The Washington Brothers, Telepathy, As You Like it, and Street Life. Richard had many different jobs over the years, but always considered himself a musician first.
Richard is survived by his beloved wife - Sherri (Nash) Sawyer; a brother Willis R. Sawyer Jr. of Westbrook; a sister - Ruth Comp of Manchester, NH; his sons - Christopher Sawyer, Hayes Sawyer and his wife Beth of Hollis, Andrew Edgecomb and his wife Ericka of Standish, and Cody Delisle and his wife Tanya of Hollis; 7 grandchildren - Tiffany, Riley, Chloe, Henry, Hayleigh, and Kennedy.
At Richard's request there will not be a funeral. Online condolences may be submitted at www.mainefuneral.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Southern Maine, 180 US Rt. 1, Scarborough, Maine 04074 for their incredible support and care.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Chad E. Poitras Cremation and Funeral Service, Buxton, www.mainefuneral.com