Massachusetts Insurance Agency Owner Spent 47 Years in the Industry
Richard P. “Dick” Sias, a longtime Massachusetts insurance professional who owned and operated KSK Insurance for 47 years, passed away peacefully at his Southampton home on Monday, October 12, 2026. He was 80 years old.
Mr. Sias devoted much of his professional life to the insurance industry, building a career that spanned nearly five decades. He took considerable pride in his work and was particularly pleased that two of his children, Jennifer and Travis, followed in his footsteps by pursuing careers in insurance.
Born in Lynn, Massachusetts, on May 13, 1946, Mr. Sias was the son of the late H. Paul and Sophie Sias. He attended St. Mary’s and Northampton High School before graduating from Nichols College in 1967.
Outside of his professional life, Mr. Sias was an enthusiastic Boston sports fan who enjoyed following his favorite teams with family and friends. He was remembered for his generosity, strong work ethic, sense of humor, and competitive spirit.
Above all, he was devoted to his family and took particular pride in his children and grandchildren.
Mr. Sias is survived by his children, Jennifer (Chris) of Las Vegas, Nevada; Travis (Amanda) of Florence, Massachusetts; Terri (Darren) of Salem, New Hampshire; and Tracy of Northampton, Massachusetts. He also leaves 11 grandchildren: Jaxson, Hazel, Londyn, Travis Jr., Logan, Rhealynn, Ryan, Tim, Nick, Jeffrey, and Hayden.
He was predeceased by his son Michael, his parents, and his sister, Janet Sias.
