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Obituary: Richard Charles Syx, 48, of Stratford

Richie, known for his humor and infectious laugh, worked as an electronic systems technologist and was an avid sports and music fan.

STRATFORD, CT - (From William R. McDonald Funeral Home) On Friday, October 22, 2021, Richard Charles Syx, loving son and brother, passed away at the age of 48.

Richard was born on June 16, 1973 in Bridgeport, Connecticut to Richard and Patricia (Lynch) Syx.

He graduated from Frank Scott Bunnell High School in 1991, attended Western Connecticut State University, and graduated from Porter and Chester Institute of Technology.

Richard was an electronic systems technologist.

Richie was known for his humor and ability to make people laugh. His laughter was infectious. Richie loved animals, especially dogs, music and was an avid football fan, his favorite team being the Raiders.

Richie is survived by his parents, Richard and Patricia Syx; brother Christopher and his wife Rebecca and their three children Amelia, Logan, and Marlaina; sister Melanie and her husband Jason and their son Elias, and aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Funeral services will be private and at the convenience of the family.

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