Obituary
Richard John Drew, the beloved son of Raymond and Ellen Drew passed away February 20, 2022 at age 84. As he said, “I good run with no regrets”. Born in Painesdale, MI and spent part of his childhood in Ozark, AR before returning to Michigan for his high school senior year. His many accomplishments include serving his country as an Air Force veteran before attending college at Brooklyn Polytechnic (now part of NYU). He went on to engineer several systems across multiple space programs (Apollo, Skylab, Viking, Space Shuttle, etc), excelling at electronical engineering plus co-founding and growing a successful bio medical device company. His proudest accomplishment was his three children who he raised in Englewood, CO.
He enjoyed a diverse variety of hobbies and interests including learning to play the keyboard, riding motorcycles, bowling, softball, golf, puzzles, billiards and enjoyed motorsports.
He was generous to a fault always helping those in true need. He was a brother Shriner and over many occasions lifted others with hope and a better future through gifts, donations and more.
Richard leaves behind the love of his life, Nancy Sincock, a devoted partner and friend. He also leaves behind three children and their spouses Pam Drew and Bob Cogshall, Steve Drew and his wife Susan and Dave Drew and his wife Gaby. Richard was the beloved brother of Raymond and Robert Drew. Richard leaves behind a legacy of accomplishment and love of family.
Richard leaves behind 6 grandchildren Seth, Blaine, Savannah, Keith, Skylar and Xavier.
I am Bill Wise a very good friend of Dick's back in the Martron days with Hal Pike and others. So sorry to hear about our loss. I always enjoyed Dick's humor and talent. Most of his associates at Martron have passed away. I believe I am one of the few left. God bless you in your time of sorrow. My life was enriched by my friendship with Dick, a good man.
Bill