HARPSWELL – On Sept. 24, 2019, Richard Regan passed away at the age of 81. Dick was born on June 27, 1938 in New Haven, Conn. to Joseph and Julia Regan. A lifelong learner and educator, he taught the children of Madison, Conn. chemistry for 31 years, retiring in 1994, and student teachers at Connecticut College for seven more years before fully retiring.

Dick had a generous heart and a deep love for the outdoors. He served as a volunteer firefighter with the North Madison Volunteer Fire Company for 35 years. He co-led an explorer post and outdoor education classes, leading youth on camping, canoeing, and backpacking trips. He was an avid cyclist and bird watcher, which he shared with his wife Helen.

This continued as he retired in Harpswell, where he volunteered with the Orr’s and Bailey Islands Fire Department and worked with the Friends of Peary’s Eagle Island. He served on the committee that founded Harpswell Aging at Home, and helped establish the home repairs program.

Dick will be remembered for his love, his thoughtfulness, and infectious laughter.

He is survived by his wife Helen; his five children, Patrick, Julie, Allison, Brendan, and Katie; six grandchildren; and his brother, Joe and his family.

A remembrance will be held November 9 at 11 a.m. at the North Madison Volunteer Fire Company.

Donations may be made to Fairfield University,

North Madison Volunteer Fire Company, or

Harpswell Aging at Home.