Richard E. Lystra

Richard Lystra Obituary

88, died with his wife at his side at Arbor Place Assisted Living in Medford, Ore., on Tuesday, October 12, 2010. He was born on May 7, 1922, in Laclede, Idaho, and grew up in Conrad, Mont. After high school graduation he moved to Los Angeles, Calif., and worked in the Lockheed airplane factory, building World War II airplanes. He joined the U.S. Maritime Service and the Coast Guard in 1944, and sailed on military supply ships in the Pacific for three years. Dick married his first wife, Marjorie, on February 17, 1945 and settled in Southern California, where he established a glass business. Later they moved to Sebastopol and Santa Rosa, Calif., continued the glass business and built a business park. Retiring in 1995, he moved to Medford, Ore. He married Marylou Winkler on November 10, 2000. A devout Christian, Dick was a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Medford. He obtained his pilot's license at age 50, and enjoyed many years of recreational flying with his sons and friends. He created leaded glass art and birdhouses for customers and friends. Music and golf were a large part of his life, he was also an avid fisherman and visited favorite locations annually. Dick's family was very dear to him. He leaves two sons, Mark (Janie) Lystra, and Douglas (Kathy) Lystra; he was elder brother to Jack (Betty) Lystra, Robert (Jan) Lystra, Donald Lystra, David Lystra, and Ruth Nolte; stepsons, Mark Winkler, and Todd (Anne) Winkler; grandchildren, Kristy (Dean) Borg, Tiffany Lystra, Jake Lystra, Lucas Lystra, Todd Lystra, and Rebecca (Troy) Bramblet; step-granddaughters, Emma (Scott) Higley, and Emily Pelch; step-grandson, Weston Winkler; great-grandchildren, Meaghan Lystra, Parker Borg and Ashley, Caleb, Shanna and Abigail Bramblet; as well as step-great-grandchildren, Carson Higley and Alexis and Ethan Acuna. Rogue Valley Funeral Alternatives is in charge of arrangements. A service and burial will be on Friday, October 22, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., at the Eagle Point National Cemetery. Following will be a reception and celebration of Dick's life at the Westminster Presbyterian Church Gathering Place, 2000 Oakwood Drive, Medford, at 2:00 p.m.

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Published by Press Democrat from Oct. 22 to Oct. 25, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Lystra

7 Entries

Ron Deghi

November 4, 2010

To Doug, Mark and the Lystra family,
I'm so sorry for your loss, as I will always remember the warm smile and good nature that Dick had for his family and all his friends. I always looked forward to spending time with Dick and his family, and will cherish the many memories that I have growing up in Santa Rosa, with Doug, and knowing the Lystra Family.
With my thoughts and Prayers.

Fred Sayers

October 23, 2010

Richard was a good man and was glad that we have crossed paths in our life, he will be remembered. Fred

Steve Barnes

October 23, 2010

Though I didn't know Dick well, I know Dave and Don, and offer my condolences to them and there families for their loss of a brother and an icon in the Santa Rosa area.

October 22, 2010

To the entire Lystra family,
Dick led a rich life and touched the lives of many. He was known by many titles, some of which were friend, brother, Uncle and Papa. We know that he will be greatly missed. We send you our deepest sympathy.
Love,
Michael & Christine O'Connell
Visalia CA

John Gates

October 22, 2010

To the entire Lystra Family:
“Uncle Dick” was one of the most loving, giving men Betty and I had known. He was there for all who needed his support. His ready smile, cheery eyes and quick wit made knowing him a joy. He will be missed by all those his life has touched.
John Gates

John Gates

October 22, 2010

To the entire Lystra Family:
â€œUncle Dickâ€� was one of the most loving, giving men Betty and I had known. He was there for all who needed his support. His ready smile, cheery eyes and quick wit made knowing him a joy. He will be missed by all those his life has touched.
John Gates

Heather Marshall

October 18, 2010

Marylou and family,
I am sorry for your lost. I will alway remember Dick, from the photo's that I have of him and myself form work. I am glad that I got to know some of the family and Dick. He was a special man. Love to all of you. Marylou I am sorry but I won't be able to make it on Friday. I have enclosed my email if you would like to stay in touch.

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