Richard T. Probert Sr., 68, of Wareham formerly of Taunton, passed away Thursday October 30, at Forestview Nursing Home. Richard is survived by his wife Patricia (Ahr) Probert of Wareham. He was born in Norwood the son of the late Ernest and Elizabeth (Brooks) Probert.

Richard attended Norwood Public Schools and graduated from Norfolk Aggie. He worked for many years as both a truck driver and a welder, and he enjoyed fishing. In addition to his wife he is survived by his children, Denise Ryder and her husband Morrill of Marston Mills; Richard Probert, Jr. and his companion Janet of Kingston; Philip Probert Wright and his wife Irene of Tarpon Springs, Florida; and Eric Probert of Attleboro and Stephanie Barkas of E. Wareham. He was the brother of Fred Probert and his wife Patricia of South Carolina and Dana Probert of Georgia. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren, three great- grandchildren and many loving relatives and friends.

His funeral service will be held on Sunday November 9 at 1 p.m. in the Church of the Good Shepherd, 74 High Street Wareham. Relatives and friends are cordially invited to attend. Memorial gifts may be made to the Church of the Good Shepherd, P.O. Box 719 Wareham, MA 02571 for the children’s library. To leave a message of condolence for the family please visit www.warehamvillagefuneralhome.com Arrangements by Wareham Village Funeral Home 5 Center Street Wareham, MA 02571.