New Hartford, NY-Mr. Richard "Dick" Jones, age 70, of Middle Settlement Road, beloved husband of Susan Jones, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home and in the presence of his loved ones on Friday evening, April 27, 2018, following a six month battle with cancer. Richard was born and raised in Utica and attended Utica schools. He retired from Special Metals Company in 2010 after 43 years of dedicated service. Besides his beloved wife Susan, he leaves behind a son, Christopher and granddaughter Kayla; a daughter, Melissa Bastien & spouse Michael with two daughters, Rachel Chilson & Danielle Bastien; brothers & sisters and their spouses, Cheryl & Jim Osika, Tom Jones & Joann Basile, David Jones & Diane Aiello and Kurt & Debbie White; many nieces and nephews and two sisters in law, Pat Wart & Nancy Vanschooenderwoert; special friends, Natalie, Georgia,& Bonnie, Dick & Linda and Calvin & Kathy. In respecting Richard's wishes there are no public services. Mohawk Valley Funerals and Cremations, 7507 State Route 5 (corner of Bidleman Road) between Little Falls and St. Johnsville, 315-508-5131, has been entrusted with Richard's funeral arrangements. Please click above to add to his online memorial.