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POOLE, Richard Stroud Richard was born on December 23, 1925, in Hominy, Oklahoma, the son of a Presbyterian minister. During World War II, he served as a fleet communications officer with the U.S. Navy. His last assignment was with Joint Task Force 1 during the first A-Bomb tests at the Bikini Atoll. After the war, he married his high school sweetheart, Lois Williams. He completed his undergraduate and divinity degrees at TCU and went on to serve as a Presbyterian minister in Oklahoma. In the late 1950s, he changed careers and moved his family to Dallas where he was hired by Robert Dedman at CCA (now ClubCorp). Over the next forty years, he rose to the position of Senior Executive Vice President where he was responsible for developing city clubs in the U.S. as well as internationally. He also started and was the editor of the award winning luxury magazine, Private Clubs. Richard treasured spending time with his family, growing orchids and collecting fine wines. Richard passed away peacefully of natural causes on June 8, 2017, surrounded by his family. The family expresses sincere gratitude to Jochen Bender, a business associate who became a life-long friend; Dr. Tom Newsome and Dr. Stuart Owen, for their medical care of both Richard and Lois over many years; the staff at Edgemere where he spent the last years of his life; and, to Betty Estle for her friendship and companionship. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lois, and his brother, Tom. He is survived by his five children, Richard VanPoole (wife Barbara), Pam Adams (husband Jim), Susie Duggan (husband Lee), Debbie Tunnell (husband TR), Kathy Bateman (husband Mark), his 12 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. A service celebrating his life will be held on Saturday, June 17, 2017, at 11:00 a.m. at Preston Hollow Presbyterian Church, 9800 Preston Road, Dallas. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Parkinson Voice Project (in honor of Richards son), Parkinsonvoiceproject.org or to the Monie Pastoral Resident Fund at Preston Hollow Presbyterian Church, www.phpc.org.
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To the Poole Family,
I am Nancy Martindale Cantwell. Your Mom, Lois, and Dad lived across the street from my sister Jan and her husband Dr.Tom Newsome, What a BEAUTIFUL family you were.
I think??? it was Kathy that babysat for our girls, Amy and Carolyn.
Know that your Mom and Dad were an addition to this earth. I pray you all remember the good memories.
Nancy Cantwell
June 20, 2017
I'm sorry to read of the loss of your loved one. May memories comfort you and prayers offered by friends and family help strengthen you all to endure the difficult days ahead. 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17
Amelia
June 17, 2017
Kathy and family, I'm so sorry for the loss of your Dad (father-in-law and grandfather). I am praying that you all will be overwhelmed with God's peace that passes all our understanding. Thankful that as Believers, we can grieve with HOPE that one day we will be reunited with our loved ones and fellow Christ-followers! ❤
Laura Shepherd
June 16, 2017
Kathy & family,
I am so sorry for your loss of this good man. What a legacy he & your mom left for living life well & making a difference. I am so sorry I cannot be with you on Saturday to celebrate him. You will be held close in my thoughts and prayers.
Jane Rice McKinney
June 15, 2017
Although I retired from CCA in 2002 I remember Dick Poole well. A great and talented man in the club industry who helped so may of us GMs with his In-depth wisdom and insight of our industry. "May his memory be eternal"
Karen Kariotis Boughton
Coworker
June 15, 2017
Kathy,
Sending you love, prayers and heartfelt condolences on the passing of your father. Losing our dads is such a profound loss. I hope that your special memories of him will sustain you (and all of your loved ones) through this challenging moment.
With love,
Rachelle
Rachelle Ablon
June 15, 2017
Preston was a first-class leader, a visionary, and an extraordinarily personable man who loved family, employees and life in general. I only met him twice but was privileged to see the effect he had on those around him. Condolences to his family and all those whose lives were improved by knowing him.
Ann Palmer
Acquaintance
June 15, 2017
A leader, mentor and friend. With a laugh that would fill a room for days, and not one to mince words he would deliver his message with the utmost grace. I had the joyful honor to work for your Dad and Mom, loved and respected them dearly. My prayers of comfort to all.
Valerie Anderson Kunert
June 14, 2017
The Stringers send their love, and prayers for strength and wonderful memories to your entire family
Terry & Connie, Mac & Merrill Stringer
June 14, 2017
Dearest Kathy,
I am so sorry for your loss. I'll be keeping you and yours in my prayers.
God Bless
Dianne O'Brien
June 14, 2017
Prayers to you and your extended family.
Dorothy Stidham (Trey's Mom)
Friend
June 14, 2017
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