Richard Osann ’43

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Dick died Oct. 17, 1998, in Naples, Fla. He was 77.

A native of Riverside, Conn., he commuted to NYC for many years to work in printing, graphic arts, and other allied industries.

Dick served with distinction in the Navy during WWII. His three years aboard DD 510 earned him 12 stars on his Pacific Service Ribbon as well as the China Service Ribbon.

Down through the years, Dick's extracurricular activities involved him with golf, church, and singing. He was a member of the choir at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in both Riverside and Naples; for 29 years he sang with the Offsounders, a men's a capella group in Riverside. He was active in Rotary in both states.

Dick is survived by his children, Kathryn E., David, Sally Osann Jaeger, Rick Mason-Osann, and Paul, and by nine grandchildren. Many members of the Princeton Club of S.W. Florida attended the memorial service on Oct. 21, including classmate Bob Oakleaf.

To the entire family, we extend our most heartfelt sympathies.

The Class of 1943

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