Richard L. "Dick" Treat

Richard L. “Dick” Treat, 83, Auburn NY, passed away November 17, 2023 after a brief illness. Son of Laverne and Doris (Burnett) Treat. A lifelong resident of the Auburn area, Dick attended Union Springs School. He was a union bricklayer, well known for his mastery with brick and masonry skills. In his younger days Dick was an accomplished stock car driver racing at many local tracks and he followed NASCAR.

Dick had a passion for the outdoors. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and trap shooter. His favorite was walleye fishing. He also chartered many trips over the years on Lake Ontario with his boat the “Trout Hound.” The walls of his house were filled with mounts of his hunting skills. Turkey-Deer-Ducks filled the walls. He was also a trap shooter where he acquired many awards.

Dick is survived by his loving companion Patty Logan. They enjoyed many years together shooting trap and hunting; his children Cindi Doyle, Don (Sharon), Dan (Carla) and Barb (Greg) Eastman; his sister and brother in law Lynn and Don “Butch” Blaisdell and their three daughters and their families. Dick also left behind 14 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and Patty’s son Jon Fiume and his son Julian.   

Dick was predeceased by his parents, wife Pauline (Peg), daughter Alice, son in laws Bill Doyle, Alan Teneyck, Dan Deyo and two grandsons.

A private burial will be held at the convenience of the Family. A Celebration of Life will be held April 27, 2024 from 2-6pm at the Throop Fire Hall, 7159 Beech Tree Rd., Auburn NY 13021. 

Contributions may be made to the charity of your choice in honor of Dick.  

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