Webster: Richard A. 'Pee Wee' DiBonaventura, 84, of Humes St., passed away on Tuesday, June 30th, in the UMass Memorial Health-Harrington Hospital, Southbridge, after a long illness.

He leaves his partner and best friend of over 40 years, Marguerite L. Menard of Webster and her son, Justin Menard of Webster; his two sons, Michael DiBonaventura and Antonio DiBonaventura; and his sister, Judy Szczepaniak.  He was predeceased by his brother Stephen DiBonaventura.  Richard was born in Webster the son of the late Armand and Bernice (Balcom) DiBonaventura.

Richard worked at the former Cranston Print Works in Webster for many years, retiring many years ago.  He previously worked in construction.

Pee Wee was an avid pool player who was loved, respected and admired for his talents by the many friends he made in the several pool leagues he played in throughout the years.  He also enjoyed riding his motorcycle and loved antique cars and once owned one.  He enjoyed country music and was an avid Boston Red Sox and New England Patriots Fan.

When Pee Wee wasn't playing pool he enjoyed going for walks with his dog, Diezel.  Richard loved life and all it had to offer, he was generally a happy guy.  His smile and laugh were both infectious.  Richard will be missed in this world by all who loved him and will be welcomed into Heaven by God and all of his departed friends.

A calling hour for Richard will be held on Saturday, July 18th, from 11:00am to 12:00pm in the Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge, with a memorial service to follow in the funeral home at 12:00pm.