Richard B. Wilkins

Richard B. Wilkins, 84, resident of Milford, NH, died on April 1, 2026, at the Elliot Hospital, Manchester, NH, from injuries he sustained in a car accident.

He was born on March 19, 1942, in Standish, ME, a son of the late Ernest and Irene (Metcalf) Wilkins.

Richard was raised in Standish and educated at Standish High.

He went to Burdett College in Boston and would later marry Louise B. Habbe.

Richard worked for many years in sales for these companies Lima Crane, American Hoist and Derrick, Grove Crane, Crane Rental and Liebherr Crane in the heavy equipment industry.

He enjoyed Cranes, trains, and being with family.

Survivors include his Life Partner of 37 years Diane Upham Fisk of Milford, NH, his three children, Kevin and his wife Tina Wilkins of Merrimack, NH, Brian and his wife Tanya Wilkins-Egan of Bedford, NH, Janine Wilkins and her husband Alan Standish of Merrimack, NH, he also had three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

SERVICES: Calling hours will be held on Friday, April 17, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM in the Smith & Heald Funeral Home, 63 Elm Street, Milford, NH. Burial will be private for the family.