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Richard Lyttle Obituary
Richard James Lyttle, Jr. (Rip) passed away on October 5, 2016 in Redway, CA. Rip was born on April 12, 1955 in Annapolis, Md. He was the son of the late Richard James Lyttle, Sr. and the late Mary Jane Stevens Lyttle. He is survived by his siblings Kim Sharp and Stacy Mechlin (husband Tom Mechlin) of North Palm Beach, FL and Robin Lyttle of Basye, VA. He is also survived by his neices Kristin Coleman (husband Robert Coleman), and Katie Mechlin, his grand nephew Robert Coleman, grand neice Samantha Coleman and his cousins Gail Winter and Carole Main. Kathy Holtermann was his devoted partner at the time of his death. A devout bird watcher and nature lover, Rip's enthusiasm for all around him will be missed. There will be a celebration of his life in Annapolis, MD at a later date. Donations in his memory may be made to the Friends of the Helen Avalynne Tawes Garden, Inc. P. O. Box 5907, Annapolis MD 21403.
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Lyttle Robin
October 2, 2019
Its been three years. I think about you and know that you and Mikey are having some good laughs. Love you! Robin
Tami Daniel
January 12, 2017
Very sad indeed to hear that Rip passed away. I knew him many years ago as students at Washington College and we had fun together. He was so enthusiastic about nature, from snakes and birds to driftwood, just about anything outdoors. My sympathies to his sisters and other family members. Sorry the world lost such a special person too soon.
November 5, 2016
So very sad. Please accept our deepest sympathy. So many memories. Bob and Joan Schneck
julie Haimes
October 29, 2016
I will always have so many wonderful memories of my time with Rip. He was a special person and a gentle soul.
Marta Vanech
October 28, 2016
I'm so sorry to hear of Rip's death. I used to work with him years ago at CACI Language Center. He was one of my favorite co-workers, but over the years I lost touch (hence my internet search for him to get back in touch, which resulted in the shock of finding his obituary). I'm so sorry that the world has lost this bright and amazing human being.
Steve Carr
October 12, 2016
I will always remember Rip's goofy smile. He was always searching for ... I hope he found it.
October 10, 2016
We are so sorry to hear about Rip's passing. He was a great guy and we know you'll miss him dearly. He was so sweet when Mom died - he came over to Dad's and visited with him for quite some time. Daddy really appreciated and enjoyed his visit. Love you all - Joanne (Park) Beck
Ann Patrick
October 9, 2016
So sorry to hear about Rip. And I did not know Mr. Lyttle had passed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. It was a pleasure to work for Mr. Lyttle.
Robin Lyttle
October 8, 2016
I love you Rip! Miss you deeply. Robin
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