Richard D. Sabin
Richard D. Sabin, a longtime resident of Menlo Park and U.S. Geological Survey employee, died suddenly at home on September 5. A memorial service followed by refreshments for friends and relations is scheduled for 1 p.m. Tuesday, September 12, at Spangler’s Mortuary at 650 Live Oak Ave. in Menlo Park. Mr. Sabin was 78.
Mr. Sabin lived in Menlo Park for 48 years and was married for 53 years to his wife Irene, who has died, relatives said. For 43 years, Mr. Sabin worked as a land surveyor and cartographer for the USGS, which has offices in Menlo Park.
He “loved to grow tomatoes in his garden,” relatives said.
Mr. Sabin is survived by two daughters: Carla of Sacramento and Teresa of Castro Valley. The family prefers donations to a charity of the donor’s choice.



