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Richard Trevithick Obituary

TREVITHICK, Richard Kennedy -Age 20, of Gaines, died April 14, 2004 serving his country in Balad, Iraq. Funeral Services will be held 1 PM Friday, April 23, 2004 at Cornerstone Baptist Church, 6273 Miller Road, Swartz Creek, Pastor James Nelson (father-in-law), Pastor Clarence Kennedy (grandfather) and Pastor Richard Coss will officiate. Interment will follow at Sunset Hills Cemetery, Flint. Visitation will be held 11 AM - 3 PM and 6-9 PM Thursday at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Road, Swartz Creek. . Online condolences or tributes may be shared at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com



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Published by Flint Journal from Apr. 20 to Apr. 22, 2004.

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April 14, 2024

20 years!!! The time has flown by but we still
Miss & Love you like it was yesterday. You are our Hero & always will be, wonder what your & our life would have been like if you had been here all those years, I know they would have been great. We will be with you again in heaven❤❤

Adam Biggers

November 11, 2020

Remembering on Veteran's Day, buddy. Rest well!

Chester & Ginger

April 15, 2020

Richard Kennedy Trevithick will always be our Hero. We don't know you except thru the Legacy "Some Gave All". We will meet one day, in the Glory of God, and instantly know who you are.

Barbara I. Trevithick

April 14, 2020

16 yrs. We love & miss you everyday,never miss a day that we don't think of you!!! Much LOVE.

Gramma & Grandpa

Chester& Ginger

October 6, 2019

We will always remember Richard Kennedy Trevithick's sacrificial Heroism. He is a true Hero, who was welcomed into God's World instantaneously.
Our Prayers continue these 15 years for Richard's Family!

Barbara Trevithick

October 5, 2019

Happy Birthday, we think of you all the time & will always miss & love you!! Gramma & Grandpa

Chester& Ginger

May 26, 2019

Richard was a TRUE hero. We are sorry for his loss by his family. This Memorial Day, we remember his ultimate sacrifice... Some gave ALL...

Gramma & Grandpa Trevithick

May 25, 2019

You are in our memories all the time,love & miss you, even as the years go by. The pain never goes away, but our meeting in Heaven will be joyful!!

Chester & Ginger

April 14, 2019

Richard continues in our prayers. He IS a Hero, preserving our freedom. God has blessed him with a special seat at God's Table this Easter.

Gramma Trevithick

April 13, 2019

It doesn't seem like 15 yrs has passed since we lost you. You are in our hearts and thoughts everyday. All the time some thing will happen that will remind me of you.

You gave your life for us and you are our,Hero.
We are so proud of you!!! It helps to know that one day we will meet in Heaven. What a wonderful time that will be!!

Miss you SO much & will look forward to that day!!!

Barbara Trevithick

April 15, 2018

Miss you so much,think of you everyday. They say time heals, it really doesn't, pain & hurt is always there. Our love for you is constant & and will be wonderful to share heaven with you.

Chester& Ginger

April 15, 2018

We will always remember your sacrifice. You died a HERO but not in vain. God has Blessed you!

Christopher Martinez

April 14, 2018

Never Forgotten

Christopher Martinez

April 14, 2018

Chester&Ginger Mankowski

October 9, 2017

We will always remember the ultimate sacrifice Richard gave for our Freedom. We pray for Peace for his family & friends. Richard stands beside Jesus, completely aware of God's Mysterious Ways. God Bless Richard!

Gramma Trevithick

October 6, 2017

We miss & love you, you are in our thoughts & prayers everyday. We are so glad for all the memories we have, that we shared together. We know we will be together again, what a wonderful time that will be!!

Ginger & Chester

May 31, 2016

We continue to pray for Peace for Richard's family & friends. He stands beside God, watching over you forever.
Richard's brave sacrifice has brought him rewards with Jesus.

Soldier, Hero, Friend- you will always be remebered!

CW2 Michael Saubert

May 30, 2016

Chester & Ginger

April 15, 2014

We will never forget Richard's dedication to our freedom. His ultimate sacrifice has been difficult for his family members; however, we continue to pray God will grant Richard's family strength and Grace.

Gramma & Grampa Trevithick

December 20, 2013

It's Christmas time and we wish you were here with us, time has passed,but our love for you is as strong as ever.
We miss you so much but we are so sure we'll be together again, what a wonderful time that will be!!

Richard & Barbara Trevithick

November 12, 2013

Thinking of you Richard, as we do everyday, love & miss you,thanks for giving your all. Gramma & Grandpa

Richard K. Trevithick

May 27, 2013

Richard,We love & miss you so much, not a day goes by that we do not think of you & remember all the wonderful things we shared. We will see you in heaven one day,what a day that will be!
Much Love, Gramma & Grandpa

Ginger & Chet

April 17, 2013

Again we remember Specialist Richard K. Trevithick for his courage and dedication to preserve freedom. He's an angel who will guard you forever.

Charlie Gili

April 12, 2013

Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Trevithick Family know that we recently sent Care Packages to American troops in the war zones. Each box carried a dedication sheet that includes the name, service information and a photo of your loved one. We recognize that this is a humble tribute, but we wanted you to know that it is heartfelt and made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals in the youth hockey community and beyond. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign

November 11, 2012

We remember you today Richard as our hero and that you gave your all, for all of us. We still miss & love you so much.

Gramma & Grandpa T.

John Cisey

September 26, 2012

To the family of SPC Trevithick, my thoughts and prayers will be with you always, as will the thoughts of your son.

Chet & Ginger

May 24, 2012

For the family/friends of SPC Richard K. Trevithick: We remember Richard's sacrifice on this Memorial Day and send you blessings and strength. He stands beside Jesus, completely understanding all of God's mysterious ways. SALUTE to Richard forever!

May 24, 2012

Richard. God Bless You. You Are A True American Hearo. I Am Very Proud To Have Met You At The Doctors Office, In Fenton. Mr D.Badgero

May 24, 2012

We remember you Richard and the others who gave their all. You are forever in our hearts and we miss you so much.
Love, Gramma & Grandpa

Peggy Childers

April 26, 2012

April 14, 2012
To the family and friends of Spc. Richard K. Trevithick:
Always remembering Richard. "Some gave all."

Barbara Trevithick

April 15, 2012

Richard, we LOVE and MISS you so much!
Even if it has been eight years we still feel the pain of losing you, that will never go away, until we see you again. Then all pain will be gone.

LOVE,Gramma and Grandpa T.

Barb Trevithick

April 13, 2012

Another April 14th is upon us, and I can't help remember the events of that day, week, month . . . I miss you so much my son,seeing that grin of yours, hearing your laugh, feeling your arms around me in a hug only a son can have for his mother. I find comfort knowing I will see again one day. Love, Mom

Tami Westman

December 19, 2011

To Richard's family.... as this war ends, Richard is never forgotten.

Barbara Trevithick

October 5, 2011

Happy 28th Birthday, Richard!! 28 years ago was one of the best days of our lives,you came into it. The memories will always be with us,we have so many to recall, and such wonderful ones they were. We love & miss you so,you are our HERO.
LOVE,Gramma & Grandpa T.

Gramma Trevithick

April 17, 2011

Richard, We love and miss you so much, but we will be together again!! Our memories are so precious, they mean the world to us and we will never forget them. Our life is not the same without you and never will be but you are forever in our hearts.


LOVE, Gramma& Grandpa T.

Barb Trevithick

April 13, 2011

To our family and friends:
Thank you to all who help us remember our son and the sacrifice he made. We miss him dearly but appreciate so much that we are able to talk about him and share our memories with you. On this anniversary of his death, the knot in my stomach remains but the knowledge that I will one day see him again helps me make it through the day. I love you Rich, my precious first born son. "I can only imagine" what you are doing in God's presence. One day I will see you again. Love Mom

Ginger Mankowski

April 13, 2011

To the family and friends of Spc. Richard K. Trevithick:
Please accept our remembrance of Richard on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Ginger Mankowski/Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

L Neal

March 20, 2011

To the family of Spc. Richard K. Trevithick:
Please know that just as your loved one remains in your hearts and minds; his sacrifice, and that of your family, remains with the people he died defending. Words cannot express the gratitude we feel for his bravery and selflessness, or the heartache we feel for your loss. God bless and keep you always.

1st Sgt Armando and Natalie Cadena

April 15, 2010

Richard's 9th Engineer family has not forgotten his sacrifice. He is thought of often and greatly missed.

Peggy Childers

April 14, 2010

To the family and friends of Spc. Richard K. Trevithick:
Remembering Richard on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Barbara Trevithick

April 14, 2010

Its been six long years,but for our family we'll never forget all the love we have for you and each other. We'll always have the memories of all the things and places we shared. You'll always be in our hearts.

Love forever,
Gramma & Grandpa
Trevithick

Lynn Kopec

April 14, 2010

My sincerest condolences to the family of SPC. Richard Trevithick on the anniversary of his death. My children sleep peacefully at night because of heroes like him. God Bless you all. I will never forget the sacrifice he made.

February 19, 2010

To the family of Richard Trevithick,
I want to let you know that your Richard is not forgotten. My husband carries much guilt because he was unable to save him. I know he would have given himself to save him if he could have. I have read such lovely stories here.......keep them with you.

LB

Kenna Larra

October 29, 2009

”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,800 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com . If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna

Richard K. Trevithick

April 18, 2009

Richard, Gramma & Grandpa love & miss you so much,but you are forever in our hearts. We have wonderful memories of you
& the time spent with you from
when you were born. When we read to you & the baseball we played in the backyard,so many other good times we had as a family.
We will be with you in heaven,what a happy time that will be!!

Love, Gramma & Grandpa T.

April 17, 2009

The soldiers and families of the 9th Engr. Bn. will never forget your sacrifice...

1st Sgt. Armando Cadena

April 15, 2009

The Soldiers and Friends will never forget. You gave all my friend. God Bless
SGM Morgan

Peggy Childers

April 14, 2009

To the family of Spc. Richard K. Trevithick:
Richard gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Hal Kennedy

May 22, 2008

Often you are remembered here in Triangle as well as in my 6th grade classroom. This weekend (5/26) will be a special memory as what you gave reminds us of our Savior who also gave his all for us. Thanks Rich

Sue Colavincenzo

April 25, 2008

My church, St. Dunstan's Episcopal in Davison, Michigan, remembers our fallen heroes. We are having a Prayer Vigil and Richard will be lifted in prayer by name on May 17, 2008. His picture will also be displayed on our Memorial Wall along with the picture of his fallen comrades, more than 4700 of them. Our desire is that the families of these men and women who have made this ultimate sacrifice know that we have not forgotten them. We continue to grieve with them. God bless you. God's love and ours, Sue Colavincenzo, Lay Pastor

MSG Armando and Natalie Cadena

April 15, 2008

The members of the 9E family haven't forgotten your sacrifice and we think of you often.

April 14, 2008

Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers today.


The Wind on The Downs

“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”

(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )

Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….

“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”

Please contact me and I will email you back a copy of the
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.

I did not know Richard, but I am remembering on
this day he gave his all.
He is my hero.

Sincerely,

Debra Estep
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55

The Other Side
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol

Christopher Martinez

April 5, 2008

Long time no talk Tick ill be seeing u in a bit drivin up to Flint

March 24, 2008

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Trevithick!

Althea

July 27, 2007

I didn't personally know you or your family, but saw this terrible news online and felt compelled to say something! - Thank you for your service to our country and keeping me and my family safe, secure and free - You paid the ultimate price for my freedom with your life and I am forever grateful - A simple thank you seems so little at a time like this - I pray for the family and friends you left behind and hope that they can somehow find peace at this very difficult time - God Bless you and all who knew you

July 9, 2007

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Trevithick and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

David Morgan

April 14, 2007

Tic,
You Are with us every day! God Bless you Brother! I miss ya.
1SG Morgan
"DAWGS OF WAR"

Barbara Trevithick

April 14, 2007

Rich; It"s now been 3 years, and we miss you so much. You'll will always be in our hearts. You are our Hero. You will never be forgotten, and one day we will join in heaven.
All our love,
Gramma and Grandpa T.

Natalie Cadena

April 14, 2007

The soldiers and family members of the 9th Engineer Bn. have not forgotten your sacrafice. We will always remember.

SFC Armando and Natalie Cadena

Garnet Jenkins

April 13, 2007

May the Peace of God and the memories of Spc. Richard K. Trevithick, remain in your heart always.
Please know how deeply sorry I was, to learn of the loss of this Brave Young Soldier.
A Multitude of Thanks, for his Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.

Those who Made this Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall Never Be Forgotten, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.

"Greater love hath no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends." - John 15:13

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Barbara Trevithick

April 14, 2006

Richard

IT's been 2 years today and we miss you very much,we love you and we always will.We know we will see you again in heaven.

Love again, Gramma & Grandpa T.

Becky

April 5, 2006

Thank you Rich, for being brave and defending out country....you are truly missed.

David Morgan

September 16, 2005

Tic,

I see you all the time in our soldiers. You are not forgoten.

1SG Morgan

David Morgan

May 5, 2004

Tic,

You are a Great American. I will never forget you!

1SG Morgan,David

Dawgs of War

alison oldridge

May 3, 2004

our prayers are with you and your family

Victor Rodriguez Sr

April 28, 2004

Tic, I will always remember your kind demeanor. My only regret is that I never had the opportunity to get to know you better. Your contribution on and off duty is what makes our Army so great, and made your fellow soldiers look forward to comming to work.



God Bless You



Former C/9E Platoon Sergeant

SSG Randal and Marla Clayton

April 28, 2004

We want to express our deepest sympathies to you all for your loss. My heart and prayers go out to you in this time of sorrow. C. Co. 9th EN is my family here in Germany and Richard was a part of this family. To convey how we all felt about Richard, I want to share my husband's words that were written as a small part of the many memorials written in honor of him…Randal wrote, “TIC” as he was affectionately known to us all, served his country, his family, his friends, and his brothers-in-arms with honor, dignity, and pride. He was a hero that day. He will forever be a hero to us all. We thank you Tic for the time we shared, you can rest assured you will be in our thoughts daily until we meet again. “DAWGS OF WAR”! We will miss Richard greatly. It was an honor and to have known him.

Audrey and Jeremy Kengla

April 27, 2004

Our deepest sympathies and gratitude are extended to the Trevithick family. Although we personally can not begin to imagine how great of a loss your family has suffered, we can imagine how very blessed your family must have been to have such a fine individual as a member of your family. Our country truly is and will be a better and safer place because of people such as Richard. May the Lord Bless your family and be with you during this time of loss.

Stacie Kraysovic

April 27, 2004

My family does not personally know SPC Trevithick nor his family, but we would like to express our condolences to the family. We also want to express our gratitude to Richard - he gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Thank You.

mike king

April 27, 2004

I am sorry for your loss and i wish you all the best in the future. My prayers are with you all and those that are still serving this country.

SFC Armando & Natalie Cadena

April 25, 2004

To the Trevithick Family,

Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family during this time of loss. I, along with most of the other spouses of C. Co., attended Richard's memorial service here in Germany. They honored his memory well and with dignity. He was a part of our family here and will be missed, but never forgotten. May you find some comfort in the love and friendship Richard spread wherever he went. God Bless you all.

Jon and Amanda Bass

April 24, 2004

We knew SPC Trevithick. He was a good soldier and sapper. We are very sorry to hear of his passing. Our prayers go out to his bride and family. We will always remember him as a hero.

CPT Mike Balistreri

April 24, 2004

Richard was a true Hero and Sapper. His sacrifice will not be forgotten. God bless you and your family.

Steven Bruner

April 24, 2004

Family and Friends of SPC Trevithick and C/9E,



God be with you in your time of loss. I turely believe we hold the moral high ground in our endeavors in Iraq. The loss is tragic, but not in vain. An engineer hero to the last.



With great respect,

CPT Steve Bruner

(former XO of C/9E)

Euel and Marie Henderson

April 23, 2004

We are so sorry for the death of your husband and son. Our prayers are with you. We appreciate heroes like Richard giving their life to serve and protect our Country. They have mad the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Your strength in God is an inspiration to everyone. God Bless you during this lonely time.

M. Alexander

April 23, 2004

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sorrowful time. May God's presence comfort you and help to ease the pain of your loss.

SFC Hoyt Chitwood

April 23, 2004

God bless the family and friends of this Engineer. My family's thoughts and prays go out to you and the rest of the Engineers of the 9th.

teresa goldner

April 23, 2004

I am sure I do not have to tell you that your son and husband was a hero. He did however save a very special friend of mine, so for that I am forever grateful! I know there is not much I can say to ease the pain of loosing a loved one, but if he were here I would say "thank you from the bottom of my heart"! God bless you and your family!

Darlene Noblett

April 22, 2004

May our Lord Jesus bless you and your family during this time of sorrow. May his Peace that passes all understanding be yours forever. Thank you for yours and your son's sacrifice to our great country.

1SG Byron Loyd

April 22, 2004

God Be with the family and love one of this Engineer Soldier. Prayers go out in numbers.

Thomas Hess

April 22, 2004

Our deepest sympathy to your family. A great loss of a hero and dedicated young man. Your family is in our prayers.

Luke and Sarah Rapa

April 22, 2004

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this hard time. We are praying that God might bless you all through this difficult experience.

Darrell Badgero

April 21, 2004

Kristin. I am so sorry for you and your family.Remember we will always be here for you. God Bless you Kristin. Mr.Darrell Badgero lll

Dona Jenks

April 21, 2004

The Family of Richard Trevithick: You were very blessed to have such a wonderful son, brother, husband, grandson and friend. We as Americans were blessed to have such a fine soldier to serve our country and make the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Richard is a TRUE HERO.

THANK YOU TO YOUR FAMILY. May God wrap his arms around you and give you comfort. Jim & Dona Jenks

Larry and Jan Holland

April 21, 2004

Our thoughts and prayers for Richard and his family.

robert bates

April 21, 2004

The gift of your son to our world will always be remembered. Our prayers will eternally include the Trevethick/Kennedy families

Marilyn Goward

April 20, 2004

We wish to extend our deepest sympathies and understanding. Although, we don't know your family, we share in your loss. We lost our nephew, Richard A. Goward,a year ago.

Stephanie Gerlach

April 20, 2004

Please know how terribly sorry I am for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to both families. Rich will always be a hero

Cindy McCormick

April 20, 2004

May God be with you during this tragic time.

Your family has made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

My son is in Iraq right now, I fear for him every minute of every day. Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss.

John Moore

April 20, 2004

My thoughts and prayers are with the Tevithick Family, and my deepest gratitude and thanks to Spc. Tevithick who gave the ultimate sacrifice for his country.



J.W. Moore, Army Veteran

American Legion Post 216, Milford MI

Dave & Mary Estes

April 20, 2004

So young, but so brave.

Sandra Fick

April 20, 2004

Please accept my deepest sympanthy in the loss of your husband and son. He is a hero -- and I admire him for his service to our country. We are a military family and we pray daily for our soldiers who are currently serving. Please know I will continue to pray for your son and for your entire family. Most sincerely,

Becky

April 20, 2004

So sorry, my thoughts are with you. Thank you for your sacrifice for our country.

John & Linda Ballard

April 20, 2004

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time,,Words seem so small,,the sacrifice so huge,,God be with each of you..John and Linda Ballard

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