Richard W. Hendrickson R.I.P.

Hendrickson,, Richard W. (#3108), - 65, of Mullica Twp., passed away unexpectedly August 25, 2018.
Dedicated father, husband, and friend, Richard raised his family in Mullica Township, instilling in them the importance of family, responsibility, hard work, and integrity. He loved the quiet outdoors that living in Mullica provided and the small-town atmosphere where he could go just about anywhere and run into a friend. Richard proudly served as a New Jersey State Trooper for 28 "legendary years." He graduated the NJ State Police academy on May 20, 1977 as a member of the 92nd State Police Class. Richard retired on December 1st, 2004, having rose to the rank of Sergeant First Class. During his career he was a member of the TEAMS Unit, the Tactical Patrol Unit, a firearms instructor, and was selected many times to be a Coach, mentoring young Troopers. He received yellow and blue ribbons for exceptional service as well as many Colonel's letters and commendations throughout his career. Richard spent the majority of his time working alongside fellow Troop "A" road Troopers whom he often referred to as the backbone of the organization. 

A gathering celebrating his life will be held on Monday, September10th from 10:00 - 12:00 PM and again from 2:00 - 5:00 PM with the service starting at 5:00 PM all at Wimberg Funeral Home, 400 Liverpool Ave, Egg Harbor City, NJ 609-965-0357. For condolences or directions, please visit wimbergfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated and accepted to the Northfield Masonic Dyslexic Learning Center, 2000 New Road, Northfield, NJ, 08225, in honor of Richard Hendrickson.

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