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Richard Lee Crook

FUNERAL HOME

Berry-Bell & Hall Fallbrook Mortuary, Inc. - Fallbrook

333 N. Vine St.

Fallbrook, California

Richard Crook Obituary

Richard Lee Crook FALLBROOK -- Richard Lee Crook passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, September 25, 2010 of natural causes. He was born on June 8, 1945 to parents, Nathan and Jean Crook, in Red Bluff, Calif. He was a graduate of Red Bluff High School, where he played football and baseball. After graduation, he began his distinguished real estate career in Gridley, Calif. In 1995, he realized his lifelong dream by co-founding Ashbrook Communities, along with his partner and friend, Timothy McGowan. He served in the Real Estate development industry for 45 years. He was an active member of the San Diego and Riverside BIA. In addition to his real estate career, Richard was an active member of the Fallbrook community for over twenty years, supporting many philanthropic causes. He was an avid tennis player and a very special member of the Fallbrook Tennis Club. He loved spending time outdoors with family and friends, whether it was hunting, fishing, boating, mountain biking, or skiing. Richard is survived by his two children, Erica Castellanos and Ashley Crook; son-in-law, Carlos Castellanos; grandsons, Gabriel and Julian Castellanos; sister, Trudi Mendoza; and nephews, Cory and Casey Mendoza. He was a much loved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. A celebration of his life will be held at 11 a.m., on Monday, October 4th, at the Grand Tradition Estate, 1602 So. Mission Road, Fallbrook, Calif. 92028. Dad's kind and generous spirit has touched many lives, and he will be greatly missed. In the wise words of his four year old grandson, Gabriel, "Bye, Bye Grandpa, I love you!" Services are being coordinated by Berry-Bell & Hall, Fallbrook Mortuary. (760) 728-1689 Sign the Guest Book online obits.nctimes.com

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Published by North County Times on Oct. 3, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Crook

20 Entries

Crissy Douglas

September 25, 2019

I think of you in many situations on different days and laugh. I wish you were still here. Id give you the gnarliest hug and kiss. Feels like so much longer than 9 years. You were a wonderful funny human being and a great friend. Miss you Richard

Trudi Mendoza

October 9, 2010

Dear big brother: I still can't believe you are not with us. You were my rock. Your show of affection was to make sure we were all happy or having a good time. In hindsight, I don't think I told you enough times, what a great brother you were and I will miss you bunches.... Trudi

LIza Grady

October 9, 2010

Dear Richards Family what a wonderful man was he. He took me and my family out on his Yacht and we had a blast . I waited on him at Maries for years and he never ceased to amaze me his kindness and generosity. He was a good friend and will be missed immensly . Goodbye dear friend rest in peace Amen. Liza Grady

Maas Family

October 9, 2010

Dearest Erica-we are so sorry to hear about your father. Please know that we are thinking of you and your family and you all are in our prayers. We love you guys.

Nanci Adler

October 8, 2010

Richard was a special person. I am very lucky to have worked with him for the past 9 years. My heart and prayers go out to your family, Richard. You will be missed by all of us who knew you.

Scott & Lisa Downey

October 8, 2010

Didn't know Richard all too well, but do know, the times we were lucky enough to be around him he could light up a room like no other. Stay strong and remember all the good times...I know there were many.

A happy moment

Julie Hutmacher

October 8, 2010

Richard was a quiet, gentle and caring man. He blessed the lives of all who knew him. Thank you for being a part of mine. Miss you so much.

October 7, 2010

Erica - you are beautiful inside and out; you will forever have an angel watching out for you and your family. God bless you and our sympathies are with during this difficult time.

-Nasser Family

John Daniel

October 7, 2010

I'm very sorry for your loss. My hopes and prayers are that you will weather this storm as well as possible. my brother Mark relished the time he spent fishing with Ash and Richard...

October 5, 2010

Kenny and I just found out of his passing Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family Ken and Traci Yoshitomi

October 5, 2010

I will remember Richard for the fabulous visits at Marie Callender's & for the yacht trip I bid on & won & treated many friends! I truly enjoyed his Cuban cigars, too--& I don't even smoke!
What fond memories forever of a great friend!
See you in our Heavenly home,
Susan Fancher, Carlsbad

Richard Crook, Deer Valley, Utah, 2006

Ted Mills

October 3, 2010

Richard-We made many trips together these past 4+years....sking, boating, "pirating" in the Caribbean, and playing tennis with the other "geezers" at FTC. I loved your friend Crissy's comments on the way you laughed (using your hands)....that helped define your joy even more. You were the best "pelican trainer" I've ever seen....Reenie and I will miss you on "the crew" on the other voyages we'd planned, but we'll finish completing our "bucket list" together at sometime in the future. You were "as good as it gets."

Chuck Burch

October 1, 2010

Rick and I were classmates and friends from Kindergarten through High School in Red Bluff. I have many pleasant memories of doing things together while growing up. I am so sorry to hear of his passing.

Karen (Axton) Cook

October 1, 2010

I remember Rick mostly from 8th grade in Red Bluff at Bidwell school, 1958-1959. Back then we called him Ricky. 8th grade was kinda like the T.V show "Happy Days" with the "Fonze". Those memories of all our friends including Rick were fun times. I remember him as being very happy and laughing a lot. God Bless his friends and family in their very sad loss.

October 1, 2010

I will remembeer Rick forever, first as my neighbor and friend growing up in Red Bluff but more than that for being my room mate at Chico State in the late 60's. I only wish that one more time we could play cribbage to 500 with the loser buying the next gallon of Red Mountain. Rest in peace dear old friend...Bill Cornelius

October 1, 2010

I have great memories of Rick when we were kids, though he was my 'much' older cousin! I hope you, Larry and Jerry are hunting again.

Crissy Douglas

October 1, 2010

I will never forget the way you pull your arms up to laugh Richard, you are beautiful. I will truly miss you. We all love you very much. See you again kid

Chuck Mendoza

October 1, 2010

Ric will missed by all those he touched. I will especially remember all the good times we shared, Ric's kindness, upbeat personality, humor and generosity. You leave a huge void for all that loved you but we'll never forget all the goodness that you embodied. Good bye my friend, God Bless.

Doris Spielman

October 1, 2010

I remember Richard for his generosity with his sister Trudi and her friends for a fun filled weekend in Park City for her birthday. Richard you will be missed.

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