OXFORD – Richard Jankowski, 66, of Oxford, passed away on Thursday, April 21, 2016. He was born on June 11, 1949 in Jackson Heights, son of the late Matthew and Genevieve (Kucienski) Jankowski.
He graduated from Mt. Upton Central School and attended college at Dutchess Community College. In 1969, shortly after graduating, he was drafted into the US Air Force. He served his country at various stations. He especially enjoyed his time in Turkey, which inspired his love of the architecture. He was honorably discharged in 1974 and went on to receive his Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture from NYU.
On January 15, 1983, he was married to Caroline Henriksen and they made their home in Oxford. He worked for a variety of companies throughout his career, including the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. His signature architectural feature was archways; every design had to have one, including his own home.
Rich was a member of the Norwich American Legion. He greatly enjoyed hunting and was a member of the NRA. He loved music and had an impressive record collection. Rich delighted in entertaining and throwing parties, and was always an attentive host.
Richard is survived by: his wife of 33 years, Caroline Jankowski; three children: Regina, June and Jonathan Jankowski; two step-daughters, Alanna Simpson and Dawn McCall; sister, Lillian Finger as well as many friends.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Eugene Jankowski.
Friends may call from 11:00am-1:00pm on Monday, April 25, 2016 at C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, Sidney. Funeral services will begin at 1:00pm at the funeral chapel. Burial with military honors will follow in Maplewood Cemetery, Mt. Upton. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to the American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org.
Condolences and memories may be shared online at www.landersfh.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, Sidney.