Richard C. Kemp

Richard “Rick” C. Kemp, 68, of Rocky Hill, beloved husband of Susan (Nerpouni) Kemp for 36 years, passed away on Monday, December 4, 2023. Rick was born on April 13, 1955 in Hartford, son of the late Richard and Barbara Kemp, and raised in Wethersfield. He worked in the family business, R.G. Kemp Electric Co. for many years, then later was a project manager at Olsen Construction. A vehicle enthusiast, Rick enjoyed cruising around on his motorcycle or one of his antique cars. He loved an adventure - whether it was flying planes, boating, or being an early adopter of snowboarding.

A loving husband, father and grandfather, Rick will be forever missed. In addition to his devoted wife Sue, he is survived by his daughter, Elizabeth Lukas and husband Scott, his two adored grandchildren, Marshall and Otto Lukas, and many friends and family members.

A Memorial Service celebrating Rick’s life will be held on Monday, December 18, 2023 from 11 a.m. to -1 p.m. at the D’Esopo Funeral Chapel, 277 Folly Brook Boulevard, Wethersfield. At that time, friends are asked to share an anecdote of their time with Rick. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the American Heart Association. To share a written memory of Rick with his family to be read at the memorial, please visit www.desopofuneralchapel.com.