Richard D. “Dick” Sewcyk, 90, passed away on Monday, October 26, 2026, at the Copley at Stoughton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Stoughton, following a long period of declining health. He was the beloved husband of Margaret N. “Peggy” (Nicholas) Sewcyk.

Born in Goffstown, New Hampshire, Dick was the son of the late Charles and Mary (Pisack) Sewcyk. He was raised and educated in Manchester, New Hampshire, and was a graduate of Manchester schools. He also attended the University of New Hampshire.

Dick worked for many years as a laboratory researcher at International Paper in Walpole before retiring. He also enjoyed helping his wife, Peggy, with her home preschool, Creative Preschool in Stoughton, where he was part of the special work she did with young children.

Dick was known for his witty sense of humor and enjoyed classical music, especially Bach and Beethoven. He was an avid fan of the Patriots and Red Sox, and enjoyed watching old movies on TCM and watching sitcoms, namely The Office and Sanford and Son. In his free time, Dick enjoyed gardening, working in his yard, reading, and doing crossword puzzles. Above all, his most cherished moments were those spent with his family, who meant so much to him.

In addition to his wife, Peggy, Dick leaves behind his beloved children, Peter A. Sewcyk of Mansfield, Stacy A. Sewcyk of Stoughton, and Christina L. Frattasio and her husband, Noel, of Hanover. He also leaves his cherished granddaughter, Sophie A. Frattasio, as well as many nieces and nephews.

Dick was the brother of the late Robert Sewcyk, Evelyn St. Cyr, Eleanor Sewcyk, Phyllis Sewcyk, Ronald Sewcyk, and Marlene Puglisi.

Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in Dick’s memory may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or the Wounded Warrior Project Foundation.