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1936
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2010
Richard Weick Obituary
Richard Weick passed away peacefully at home with his loving wife Minda by his side on October 7, 2010 after a valiant battle against cancer.
Richard was born in Long Prairie, MN on July 28, 1936.
He is survived by his wife Minda of 21 years, his three grown children, four grandchildren, and two great grandchildren as well as two half sisters, their husbands, nieces and nephews.
Richard spent the early parts of his life in Wolf Point MT, Poplar, MT and Williston, ND, where his true love for horses and leather work became a part of his life. Richard served in the U.S. Navy and then enlisted in the U.S. Coast Guard Reserves until retiring after 30 years of military service.
Richard worked for 2 years as a Police Officer for the S.F. International Airport before joining the San Francisco Police Department where he retired after 26 years of service with working in the mounted unit as his passion. His active participation in the International Police Association (IPA) gave him the opportunity to travel and make friends all over the globe.
Richard moved to Shasta County to follow his dream of becoming a Gentleman Rancher, just to find himself again working in law enforcement with the Shasta County Sheriff's Office until his death.
Richard was a man of few words, yet simple, kindhearted, honest, and true. Having a lot of friends was proof of his character. He enjoyed the outdoors, traveling, fishing, and gardening which he shared with his wife.
Richard will be buried at the Northern California Veterans Cemetery in Igo, CA. on
October 18, 2010 at 12:45 P.M. followed by a memorial service at 2:30 at the
Shasta County Veterans Hall at 1605 Yuba St. in Redding, CA.
Donations in his memory in lieu of flowers may be made in his name to the
American Cancer Society, "Relay For Life of Redding" 754 Mangrove Ave. Chico, CA 95926.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Weick
Richard D'Alton
August 31, 2011
First met Rich in 1980 when as a young rookie English Cop I visited San Francisco not knowing a soul. Rich hosted me in his home in Daly City and introduced to his work colleagues and pals &(Incl Doug Hosea). There followed many more visits over the years each side of the Atlantic and he and Minda stayed at my Batchelor pad in London after they got married. My wife Jackie and I have many happy memories of Rich and only regret we never made it out to Shasta after he retired. His memory lives on in this household with many police souvenirs we swapped and photographs of so many happy occasions.
He was true gentleman in every sense of the word and he used to rib me about my posh English accent "Sir Dickie" he would call me. Now my time has come to retire I regret I have left it too late to renew in person that friendship that started 31 years ago. Minda my sincere apologies for not being aware of Rich's passing. His last Email to me mentioned cancer but never the severity. My Heartfelt condolences albeit nearly a year late.
In friendship and with great respect for a great human being so generous and warm hearted. Servo per Amikeco.
Richard D'Alton London England
Willy Jackers
November 1, 2010
Our deepest condolances with the loss of your beloved huseband. We had the privilige to know you and Rich trough IPA. We had a great time when you hosted us in 2001, 2004 and 2007. We will miss our wonderful friend. Willy & Chantal Belgium
October 21, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with Minda. We always looked forward to seeing them both at the National IPA events and enjoyed catching up on their news and comparing stories from our old "horse cop" days. Minda will always be welcome at the IPA events and we hope to see her soon.
Dave and Linda Remley
Conifer Colorado
Jim & Donna Pola
October 21, 2010
We had the pleasure of traveling with Richard and Minda on an IPA cruise a few years ago with the four of us as table mates on the ship. It was fun. Our sincere condolences to all who loved Richard.
Julie Carr
October 19, 2010
We will miss my dad so much...his grandchildren (Kristen, Scott, Adam and Jason) and great-grandchildren (Kaylynn and Madilynn) have lost a huge part of their history and will miss him so much. My sister, Kimmie, my brother, Russell and I are the only surviving "Weick" to carry on his name. We will miss you dad. Love, Julie
October 18, 2010
DICK CAME TO OUR MN FARM MANY TIMES IN 1950'S. HE LOVED IT, AND SO DID WE, HIS COUSINS DALE & LOREN WEICK. HE & MINDA CAME BACK TO MN A FEW TIMES IN PAST 10 YEARS. GREAT TO GET TO KNOW DICK AGAIN & MEET MINDA. GOD BLESS RICHARD & HIS FAMILY
DALE WEICK, MPLS, MN
Julio Martinez
October 18, 2010
I would like to extend my deepest condolences to Minda and the family. I met Rich many years ago, through the International Police Association and enjoyed each other's company at the annual conferences and often traded police memorabilia.
He was a true Law Enforcement Brother and he will be missed, within our ranks.
Bob Hughes
October 17, 2010
As a fellow USN Veteran and I.P.A. Region #10 (NJ) V/President, I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the Family and Friends of Rich.
Bev Solis
October 17, 2010
It i is with a sad heart that I received the news just now of the loss of Rich a true gentlemen and great IPA friend. We always looked forward to NDC with both Rich and Minda. Region 29 IPA members.
Kevin Gordon
October 17, 2010
Richard was a good friend and fellow officer who I was fortunate to meet because of the International Police Association. I always looked forward to seeing him at our annual events. He was a man of honor and integrity and he will be missed. See you at the next watch brother.
Roxanne Mohr
October 16, 2010
I am sorry to hear about the loss of my half brother. I was unable to visit because I was dealing with my own loss of a loved one. When deepest sorrow comes to us and someone we love is gone, may we be blessed with courage and with strenth to carry on.
Roxanne Mohr
Roxanne Mohr
October 16, 2010
I was unable to visit my half brother before his passing. I was dealing with my own loss of a loved one. My prayers and thoughts our with you.
When deepest sorrow comes to us and someone we love is gone, may we be blessed with courage and with strenth to carry on.
Roxanne Mohr
Roxanne Mohr
October 16, 2010
I am sorry to hear of the loss of my half brother. I was not able to visit before his death. I was dealing with my own loss of my loved one. Just remember he is an angle in the sky watching over you at all times.
Roxanne Baron Mohr's family
Miss you pops!
Kimberly Weick-Machado
October 15, 2010
My dad was an awesome father whom I was very close to. I will miss all our fishing trips together, i'll forget the one fishing trip dad and I ventured on, this fishing trip top them all, we were on lake Sahasta fishing away when it started to pour rain like cats and dogs, but the trooper my dad was he wasn't going to give up he wanted that quality time with me so we fish on....lol I will always cherish my memories growing up with my dad we were very close, I loved spending time with him on the ranches, watch him ride in the rodeo's especaillay at the Cow Palace. My dad was always one to have these crazy one man horses I could never ride but then my dad got me this crazy little black pony, mean as all heck, but my love was with my dad and spending that quality time together. My dad was a true buckaroo, a classic cowboy, my dads saying was "Don't call him a cowboy until you've seen him ride".
I'm also so greateful my dad had Minda, myself, my husband Mike, his sister Patty and her husband Tom there the entire week until he passed (His loved ones were there til the end).
My husband Mike feels cheated he only got a short time to get to know my dad, but in that short time Mike realize what an awesome person he was "TO KNOW HIM IS TO LOVE HIM".
I'm also greateful that my husband I married before my dad passed, dad was so happy and loved Mike, dad said I did good.
I love you dad, I miss you sooooo Much.
Kimberly Weick-Machado
October 15, 2010
My dad was an awesome father, we were very close, i'll never forget our fishing trips together (so many of them), even the time when we went out on Shasta Lake fishing, it was pouring rain but that didn't stop dad he wanted that quality time with me it was awesome.
I won't forget growing up by my dads side, he had these crazy one man horses that I always tried to ride but was never successful, then dad got me this crazy little black pony mean as all heck, but I never complained I loved being on the ranch with dad. I also loved watching dad ride in the rodeo's especially at Cow Palace. Dad was a true buckaroo, a real classic cowboy.
I'm so grateful my father had Minda, myself, my husband,his sister and her husband by his side the entire week before he passed, dad knew his loved ones were there for him to the end.
My husband Mike feels cheated because he only got a short time to get to know my dad, but in that short time Mike realize what an awesome person my father was "TO KNOW HIM IS TO LOVE HIM".
I love you dad, I miss you sooooo much.
October 15, 2010
Wonderful man! I had the opportunity to spend some time with him while building OES. He has given us so much in his life time.
Our loss, Heaven's gain.
Jerry D. Mires
Bob and Debbie Pastega
October 15, 2010
Minda, we're very sorry to hear of the loss of Rich. He was a great guy and you were both great neighbors. Rich was very helpful when my horse injured herself many years ago. He would do anything to help anyone out. Your family is in our thoughts.
October 14, 2010
Rich was my Commander and mentor when I joined the Reserve Deputy program with the Sheriff's Dept. I very much enjoyed working with him and will truly miss him. Nancy Carter (Montgomery Creek, CA)
Gary Van Dyne
October 14, 2010
I've worked with Rich for some time, what a great guy. Always professional, polite and smile on his face. He will be missed by all. Take care my friend, see you some day.
Joann Houck
October 14, 2010
Minda, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my prayers as you grieve the loss of your beloved husband.
Kelly Carlson
October 14, 2010
I am truly saddened to hear of the loss of a very special man and friend. R.I.P. Rich...I will miss you!
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