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Charles Richards Obituary
Charles W. Richards
aka "Uncle Sam"
Charlie was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Leslie of ME; and half-brothers, Stanley and Enselmo of NY.
He is survived by sister, Donna of Friendship, ME; many cousins, neices, nephews, hundreds of friends and Charlie's special angel, Angie Nicholson of Arlington, WA.
Charlie was very involved with the Sno-King Vietnam Veterans group and was "Uncle Sam" to thousands of people over the last two decades. All of those who knew Charlie also knew Uncle Sam.
Please join us at a get-together in Charlie's honor at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 17, 2011 at the Pioneer Hall in Arlington.
Graveside services with full Military Honors will be 2:00 p.m. on Monday, April 18, 2011 at the Veterans Memorial at Floral Hills, Lynnwood, WA.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the local Vietnam Veterans Chapter 423.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Charles Richards
Curt and Marsha Dickinson
April 16, 2011
Dear Charlie,
Such a wonderful person you are. All it took was a phone call and you were here willing to help. We have such great memories of the years we've known you--memories that will always be with us. Curt misses your phone calls and visits you two discussed about for hours.
We'll miss your voice as you're walking down the hall to leave---Bye Curt---Love You Marsh. Dear Charlie you left us way too soon. This is not Good Bye. Take care.
Love You,
Curt and Marsha
Mark Nagel
April 15, 2011
One of the last great characters of our time. His smile was unmatched. His eyes as warm as a down blanket on a winter's day. And his heart bigger than any (darn!) flag that's EVER flown.
I'm blessed to have known Charlie for 20+ years. And though our paths tended to mostly cross via the Internet we did hook up from time to time in the flesh, last of which took place last July at St. Michelle Winery listening to one of his all-time favorite musicians- Jackson Browne.
Time is the most important thing that we have to give to others. Endeavor to never find yourself regretting not spending it with those you love.
Goodbye my friend.
Victoria Walker
April 15, 2011
Charlie taught me a lot about Viet Nam and about the world of politics. He was a dear friend, and I can't tell you the number of times I did the makeup for Uncle Sam. He was a patriot, a warrior, a friend, and mostly a loving man who had a heart the size of Texas.
Happy Trails Charlie, until we meet again.
Jim Arrabito
April 15, 2011
Charlie Richards/ Uncle Sam-- You have to be one of the Greatest Friends, Jokers, Storytellers; the kindest, most humble man of this earth and you were very good with a camera too ! Sharing the gallery space on lower Hewitt in the early 80's was such a good time.
I join your friends, family, service brothers & sisters in a salute in your honor. Jessica & I send our love.
The Lord knows his best friend is beside him. We Love you and your memory,
Gene Gray
April 14, 2011
There is a new Star in the Heavens and that is you Charlie. I miss you, old friend, already. We shared a lot of memories of Viet Nam while we rode to American Lake and Seattle V.A. Rest in Peace and we will meet again in the future.
Gene Gray
April 14, 2011
There is a new Star in the Heavens tonight!
Charlie, I miss you already my Friend. We shared many memories of Viet Nam and opinions of the situations in this World and We will again. Rest in Peace!
Steve & Priscilla Baker
April 13, 2011
We will truly miss him in our parades.
Julie
April 12, 2011
I can't begin to say how much I miss you. You know I love you and I am honored to have you as my Uncle. You have made an amazing impression on many lives including my own. There are so many memories of you that light up my face when I think of them. Too many to list. I will miss you deeply. Love you always.
Crystal White
April 12, 2011
Charlie you were an amazing person who touched the heart of every person that had the liberty of meeting you. Your heart was full of love and not one of us will ever forget you... May you rest in peace and just know we will see each other again one day in the future... I Love you
Sheri
April 12, 2011
We will all miss you Charlie. Please give Buzzy a kiss from me. I'm sure he was glad to see you and I will look forward to seeing you both again.
XOXO You have a special place in my heart - Rest in Peace my friend.
Melody Secco
April 12, 2011
Charlie was a "true friend" of mine & I will miss his emails & the sound of his voice on the phone, which always brought a smile to my face. The world has lost a good man, but God has a brand new angel . Rest in Peace sweet Charlie
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