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Richard Offutt Obituary
RICHARD HOWARD OFFUTT (Age 91)
Entered Eternal Life on Wednesday, February 8, 2012. Born in Washington, DC on May 14, 1920, he served as First Lieutenant in the Army during World War II, graduated Georgetown University and Georgetown Law School; then worked for the Veterans Administration for 30 years. His pride and joy and living legacy was his family: beloved wife of 67 years Hilda, four children; ten grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Funeral service will be held at Christ Church Parish, 4001 Franklin Street, Kensington, MD 20895 on Thursday, February 16, 2012 at 10 a.m. Interment private. Memorial contributions may be made to Christ Church Parish at the above address.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Tricia Murphy
February 15, 2012
The Murphys (Jo-Ann, Tricia, and John) would like the Offutt family to know we are thinking about them and praying for them at this sad time. Mr. Offutt was a very kind, gentle man and we know he has joined our mom and dad and all those who have gone before us and are now with our Savior.
Ralf Nies
February 13, 2012
My wife Jan and I send our condolences to Mrs. Offutt and her family at this time of loss. May God give you and each one of your children and their families His comfort and peace. We have been privileged to get to know Rick and well imagine he reflects the love and kindness of his father. Blessings. Ralf Nies
February 11, 2012
My sincerest sympathy to Hilda and her family for your loss. Richard was such a sweet, kind man . So grateful to have known him. Mary Beddard
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