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Richard Engeland Obituary

Richard Arthur ENGELAND Richard Engeland of Troutdale OR passed after a long and courageous battle with cancer April 28, 2011. Richard was born August 22,1945 in Rugby ND to Arthur and Lois Engeland. Richard enlisted in the Navy in 1965 and was a Vietnam Vet. He married Mary McGinnis Matteson December 1972. He enjoyed golfing, music and collecting sports cards. He was preceded in death by his wife, parents and brother. He is survived by 3 sisters, Ellen Ellis of Rugby, ND, Kathy Smith and Kristine Swenson, both of Renton, WA, and numerous nieces and nephews. Burial at Greenwood Memorial Park- No Services per Richard's request.

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Published by The Seattle Times on May 3, 2011.

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Kristie Engeland

May 7, 2011

Rick you were the greatest big brother and I will cherish our memories always.
I love you Ricky

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