Richard M. Dubowik, Sr., 65, of Mattapoisett died Jan. 23 at home after a brief illness.

He was the husband of Darlene (Scott) Dubowik.

Born in Portland, Maine, the son of the late Kathleen (Manchester) Vinjerud and step-son of Lars Vinjerud, he lived in Mattapoisett for the last 25 years.

Mr. Dubowik was the proprietor of Oak Tree Carpentry building homes locally and in New Jersey.

He enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

Survivors include his wife; four sons, Richard Dubowik, Jr., Daniel O'Connell, Russell O’Connell, and Steven Dubowik; a brother, Lars Vinjerud, II; two sisters, Mary Rich and Kate Rumrey; six grandchildren, Keith, Dan, Amy, Rich III, Sean and Kaia; and several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

He was the father of the late Timothy O'Connell.

His visiting hours will be held on Friday, Jan. 30 from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home For Funerals, 50 County Road (Rt. 6), Mattapoisett. His graveside service will be held on Saturday, Jan. 31 at 11 a.m. in Cushing Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to www.crowdrise.com/taraoconnell1 to benefit Rett Syndrome of Massachusetts.