Richard "Pa" Hutchins

Passed away on December 13, 2013. Richard was born in Glenn, Michigan in 1922 and moved his family to Albuquerque in January 1956. He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Marge and his son Richard. He is survived by his son Jerry Hutchins and wife Sherri; daughter Janice Hutchins Gauna and husband Stan; grandchildren, John Bauer, Scott Bauer and wife Stephanie, Darci Hutchins Steverson and husband Rodell, Darren Hutchins, Alex Little; and great-grandchildren, Jocelyn Bauer, Hanna Bauer, Hunter Bauer and Mason Little. Richard was a World War II veteran. He had many different jobs during his working career, but retired as owner of Hutch's Manufacturing - a silver foundry in 1987. His love of the Model T Ford encouraged him to become a lifetime member of the Tin Lizzies of Albuquerque. He loved flying and piloted two small airplanes that he owned. He enjoyed fixing and tinkering with anything mechanical. He touched countless lives with his kindness and sense of humor and was loved and respected by his friends and family. With his children by his side, he passed quietly with dignity, grace and without complaint. A short service celebrating his life will be held at FRENCH - Lomas on Thursday, December 19, 2013 at 11:00 a.m.