Richard ‘Hap’ Curtis
Richard ‘Hap’ Curtis, loving husband and father, passed away at Good Samaritan Hospital on
Monday, January 25, at the age of 65.
Born in Bristol, Connecticut on October 23, 1955 he was the son of Roy and Jennie Curtis. He spent
summers as a child in Belfast, ME and grew up in Mansfield, MA. He graduated from Mansfield High
School class of ’73. His love of animals and inability to say no resulted in owning several pets over
the years, his dog Lucy was his favorite.
Many people only know him as ‘Hap’, his childhood nickname from the days of little league baseball.
He loved all the Boston sport teams, especially the Patriots, Red Sox and Celtics. He was honored to
share his favorite beverage Miller Lite with Kevin McHale while on a “ Cruise with the Celtics” that he
and his wife took. His favorite vacation spot was spending time in Aruba with friends playing BINGO
and relaxing.
Richard was a mechanical engineer at the former Foxboro Company, now Schneider Electric, for over
30 years. He also worked as a reserve police officer for the Town of Mansfield. It was a job that he
was proud to do. He loved working details at the Xfinity Center and Gillette Stadium.
Hap is survived by his beloved wife of 42 years, Barbara (Spiezio) Curtis, and his son Joshua. He is
survived by his sister, Brenda Kaufman, nieces Jennifer and Georgia, nephew Matthew and
sister/brother-in laws Diane and Arthur O’Neill. He is predeceased in death by his father, Roy, his
mother, Jennie, brother-in-law Ron Kaufman and nephew Adam Kaufman.
A graveside service at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Mansfield will be held Saturday, February 6th at
12:30pm. COVID restrictions apply.
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No more pain. Be at peace. Barb and Josh, you are in our prayers.
No more pain. Be at peace. Barb and Josh, you are in our prayers.
Barbara and Josh,
My deepest condolences
Hap was a good guy and was always willing to help. I’ll never forget all he did for us. Now he can rest easy
Hap was a great guy to be around. Strong, steady and reliable. Rest In Peace, Hap. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Barbara and Josh
You have my deepest sympathies. Hap was a good man. It was a pleasure working with him at the “ Woods”. We had some good times. May he Rest In Peace. My prayers are with you.
Rest In Peace, Hap. Always a pleasure to be around and always willing to help. You will be missed.
My deepest condolences for The loss of Hap. It was an honor working along side him for so many years. Your family is in my prayers.
Rest in Excellent health from now on, buddy Hap. Always fun teasing you & have a few laughs. You are our Aruba Bingo King. You made a mundane job better just by being there.
You will be missed, dear friend.
Our love and prayers are with you, Barbara and Josh. May the happy memories of Hap comfort you during these difficult days and weeks ahead. May Hap’s memory be eternal!
Barbara and Josh, My thoughts are with you both . <3
We are thinking of you and your family at this difficult time with love, peace, hope and prayers
Barb and Josh my condolences. I grew up with Richard and graduated with him in 1973. I remember how he loved sports and he was on Mansfield football and baseball team. Great person to have known. But he is at peace.
So very sorry for your loss. Happy was a great guy. I graduated in 1973 with him! May he rest peacefully!
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS
“REST IN PEACE HAP”
We’re so sorry for your loss. Hap was a great person who was always there to help others. Our deepest condolences to your entire family. Be peaceful and you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lyle & Leslie Harlor
We’re so sorry for your loss. Hap was a great person who was always there to help others. Our deepest condolences to your entire family. Be peaceful and you are in our thoughts and prayers.
I am so very sorry for your loss. I graduated with him and enjoyed his humor so much. He kept me laughing all the time. Sending prayers…May he rest in sweet peace
Barbara and Josh, we hope you you’ll find peace and strength knowing that Hap is no longer suffering. He was more than a co worker, we were friends for almost 40 years. I still remember softball games from years past and our breakfasts from the last few years. May you find comfort in your happy memories.
I am so sorry for the loss of a guy I grew up with.thank you for many good memories.may you Rest In Peace ❤️
My deepest condolences for the loss of HAP. He was an outstanding seasoned veteran of the Foxboro company, a great colleague and a pleasure to work with for so many years. Thoughts & prayers for his family.
Wishing your family peace. So very sorry to learn about Happy. We were in high school together and do remember how he made us laugh. God has delivered him from the pain of this world.
Barbara, I just learned of Happy’s passing. I know I haven’t seen you in a long time but I remember all the good times me you and Happy had. I am so sorry and hope you and your son are ok.
So sorry to hear about Hap! My thoughts are with you guys . Ive heard all the early stories going back to the 80’s & when Josh was born . Take care
I’m so sorry to hear of Hap’s passing. My condolences to the Curtis family. I had the honor of working with Hap. A true professional with a big heart. I will miss you Hap. Rest In Peace.
my condolences to the Curtis family. co-worker for many years,great friend also. we were known to many as TEAM HAP .winning several superbowl pools together. I WILL MISS YOU PAL. may your pains be gone so you can R.I.P.
Barbara & Josh
My thoughts and prayers are with you both during this difficult time.
RIP HAP!
So sorry to hear about Hap passing. My memories of Hap are from long ago but still bring a smile. It’s impossible not to think of Hap when recalling those formative school years (MHS Class of ’73) and his ever present sense of humor. Thanks for the memories, Hap! Rest in peace.
So sad to hear. Thinking of the family at this time. Sending love and prayers.
I am so sorry for your loss. My mother Ruth Geraghty worked with Hap for over 30 years at the Foxboro company and considered him one of her best friends. I just lost my mother in September due to a tragic accident. I remember going to the legion after school so my mom could meet Hap and Bob for a beer after work. Hap would always call my mother and I whenever there was a concert ticket available. He was the most thoughtful fun loving person and he will truly be missed. I have many great memories with him and my thoughts and prayers are with you all
So sorry to hear of the lost of Hap. My condolences go out to the family and friends. Had many good laughs when in the company of Hap. RIP Hap !