QUEENSBURY – Richard (Rich) Warren Baudoux, 73, died on March 26, 2020, after a long illness of which he gave a good fight. Stubborn to the end, he gave his all as he did in everything he has done during his life.
Born on January 9, 1947 in Trenton, NJ, Rich grew up in Edison and Westfield, NJ. He was the son of the late Lillian M. (Olsen) Baudoux and Zen Charles Baudoux II.
Rich lived in NC and FL before finally coming to NY in his remaining years. He was a jack of all trades and master of them all as well! Rich could do anything he put his mind to. He learned to play the guitar at an early age, and it was a major part of his life. Rich was proud that he and his band, The Fabulous Dimensions were the opening act for Jimmy Clanton at the Flagship in Union, NJ, way back in the 1960’s. He worked several jobs while still in school, always busy at something. He did everything with perfection and precision. Woodworking was a specialty, building elaborate staircases, one of which was featured in a magazine. Rich served in Panama during his stint in the US Army.
Besides his parents, Rich was predeceased by his older brother, Zen Charles Baudoux III., and his longtime companion, Dixie Britton.
Rich leaves behind his sons, Richard Baudoux Jr. of Willmington, Delaware, Casey Baudoux of Belle Meade, NJ; his daughter, Michelle Burris (Billy) of St. George’s, Delaware; his grandchildren, Danielle Baudoux, Billy and Christine Burris; his sister, Candi Seiler and her husband Pat of South Glens Falls; his brother, Clay Baudoux of Garner, NC and many loving nieces and nephews.
The memory of Rich should be as the happy go lucky man he used to be.
Per Rich’s request, there will be no services.
Candi and family, we are so sorry for your loss. We never had the pleasure of meeting Rich, though his picture looks like a cool guy who might have been a part of our gang growing up. The obituary is very nicely written. Be proud of the amazing strength and support you gave to your brother when he needed you. Our best wishes for peace and love, Janet & Jim
Rich came to my shop to have some work done on his truck and in conversation i asked what he did. He explained to me he just retired from building staircases for a living. So then i explained he wasn’t done yet! He came to my place and looked over my request. He then explained to me this will be his last job! We laughed. He then sent me for materials and he proceeded to build me a beautiful staircase I am sorry to see he passed. He was a good person, great craftsmen, and a pleasure to work with. He will always be appreciated and remembered Sincerely Maclane Hadden AKA Mac the Knife
Candi and pat so sorry! Wish there was something we could do. Because of this pandemic we’re in can’t give you a hug. Ghost hug coming your way. He put up the good fight and you did all you could. Loving brothers is tough.