When my family moved to Lake Odessa Dick was one of the first people to welcome us. He always had a smile on his face and was very sweet. My son loved to see his dog and make her bark which amused Dick. Dick will truly be missed.

Dick and I became friends after his discharge from the service, we have worked together off and on and remained friends for over 40 yrs. Dick was good at his trade, always a friend, and there if you needed someone to talk with. He was a good person and will be missed by all who knew him.

Donald G. Ohler (Painter)

Dick was such a special person to me.I have known Dick since I was 12 years old. He was my stepfather but more than that he was my friend. He always knew when I needed some wisdom or just a laugh. He was a great papa to Calvin and even though we moved away Papa Dick has always held a special place in Calvin's heart. Calvin always talks about Papa Dick and his boat and playing in the garage. We will miss him so very much and as Calvin says now he can do whatever he wants and ride his boat all day.
Love,
Stacy and Calvin Gibbs

Our dear friend will truly be missed, but will always remain in our hearts. Dick's love, support and sense of humor will be his epitaph inscribed in our minds. It has been a privilege and inspiration to journey this life with Dick.

We will treasure the photographs and memories until we meet again at the golden gate.

I knew Dick through my Aunt Lola, he was a special friend to my family. I've known him since I was little girl and will miss him.