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Richard Tryon Obituary
He was born in Fayetteville on Oct. 26, 1950, to James A. Tryon and Lillian M. Tryon, and grew up in a military family and lived in numerous places including North Carolina, Georgia, Germany and Okinawa, Japan. Rick received his education at Fayetteville Technical Institute, Randolph Community College and UNCC. Rick was a beloved son, brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend to those who knew him. He was artistic, creative and had a quirky but gentle sense of humor. He loved photography, drawing, music and old movies. His laid-back approach to life will be missed by those who loved him.
Rick is survived by his mother, Lillian M. Tryon of Charlotte; brother, Wayne A. Tryon and wife, Lynn, of Glastonbury, Conn.; sister, Sheila Tryon Newcomer and husband, Mike, of Charlotte; best friend, Miri-am Goforth of Mount Holly; nephews, Aidan Newcomer of Charlotte, Christian Tryon and wife, Rhonda, of Cambridge, Mass.; niece, Heather Tryon Winship and husband, Matt, of Suffield, Conn.; great-nieces, Lily and Katie Winship and Violet Tryon.
He is preceded in death by his father, Sergeant Major James A. Tryon.
Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to Robin Johnson Hospice House, P.O. Box 3984, Gastonia, NC 28054.
Online condolences may be made at www.CarothersFuneralHomeGastonia.com.
Carothers Funeral Home, Gastonia, is serving the Tryon family.
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for Richard Tryon
Dean Poole
March 1, 2015
I am an old friend of Rick's from back in the RCC days.
We were like brothers.
I had been trying to reunite with him in the past year and wish I had been more aggressive.
I've never had a better friend and had more fun...canoeing biking repelling and interesting talks and music.
I do wish that we'd stayed in touch.
My heart felt condolences.
Elda Richard
August 6, 2014
My sweet nephew, you were one of a kind. We will miss you, but we will meet again. For now, I know you are flying with the angels. Love and miss you always
Pamela Taylor Blackmore
August 5, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. I know he will be truly missed, the good memories will always continue in your hearts. God Bless You all. Prayers and love to you
Miriam
August 3, 2014
When I think of you my friend Rick, I think of all the fun and happy times that I would have missed out on if not for a wonderful friend like you. I cannot help to feel grateful and blessed to have had a friend I loved so much who loved me back just the same.Goodbye for now my friend Rick until we meet again. With lots of love and memories, Miriam
August 3, 2014
When I think of you my friend Rick, I think of all the fun and happy times I would have missed out on if not for a wonderful friend like you. I cannot help to feel grateful and blessed to have had a friend that I loved so much who loved me back just the same. Goodbye my friend Rick until we meet again. With Love, Your friend Miriam
Robin Grigg
August 3, 2014
So sorry to hear of your brother's passing. Please know that you and your Family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Fred/Jan Antonio
August 3, 2014
You will be missed by friends and family. Our love and thoughts are with you all as you say good bye to a dear son, brother, brother in law, uncle and friend. Rick, you are at peace now. Fred and Jan Antonio, Middletown, ct.
Carroll and Frankie Mcandrew
August 3, 2014
Rest in peace with Jesus until we meet again dear friend. Rick was the best neighbor and friend we knew and will never forget the kindness he showed our family.
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