Richard A. Aubin

Richard A. Aubin, 81, of Harrisville, passed away June 24, 2026 in Landmark Medical Center, Woonsocket. Born in Woonsocket, he was the son of the late Camille and Marguerite (Perrier) Aubin. For fifty-five years, he was the beloved husband of Roberta (Smith) Aubin of Harrisville.

In his youth, Richard was a talented basketball player who graduated from Bellingham High School.  Over many summers, he worked with his brother at the Silver Lake Concession Stand owned by his uncle.  Later he, his brother, and their father worked together waiting tables and washing dishes at the Embassy Club in Woonsocket.  During the Vietnam War, Richard served in the United States Navy for four years, operating sonar equipment aboard the USS Archerfish (SSN-678) and the USS Ben Franklin (SSBN-640) while stationed in Hawaii. After the conclusion of his military service, Richard was a long-time field service technician for Western Union and later worked as a computer and electronics engineer for several area manufacturing companies including Computrend Electronics. During retirement, his major hobbies were golfing and fishing, and he was an avid reader and a longtime member of the Lions Club. As of late, he most enjoyed gardening and bird & animal watching, while trying to defend the bird feeders from squirrels.

Along with his wife, Roberta, he is survived by several beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was the father of the late Steven Aubin, and brother of the late Robert Aubin and Madeleine McMullen.

His funeral will be held Wednesday, July 8, 2026, beginning with visitation at 2:00 PM followed by a service at 4:00 PM in the Holt Funeral Home, 510 South Main St., Woonsocket. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Special Olympics Rhode Island, Inc, 370 George Washington Highway, Smithfield, RI 02917 or online at www.specialolympicsri.org

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