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Richard Frank "Dick" Anway

Richard Anway Obituary

Richard Frank "Dick" ANWAY Dick was born June 4, 1943 in Bre merton, WA. He passed away on February 19, 2011. Dick was a long time resident of Edmonds and he was an Edmonds Police Reserve Of ficer for 37 years. Dick is survived by his siblings, Marilyn Long (Bob) and Ron Anway (Jill) and many nieces and nephews. Dick told lots of stories and had a quick wit about him. He made many friends and attended countless local events, protecting and serving the community. Many knew Dick, as "Uncle Dick" and he will be greatly missed. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, March 5th at Westgate Chapel, 22901 Edmonds Way at 11:00am. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Edmonds Police Foundation, P.O. Box 303, Edmonds, WA, 98020.

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Published by The Seattle Times on Feb. 27, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Anway

16 Entries

Tom Walton

June 6, 2025

ARLIE CARSTENS

February 21, 2019

I GREW UP WITH RICHARD & FAMILY THERE IN BREMERTON . I STILL THINK OF HIM NOW AND THEN THRU
THE YEARS HE'S BEEN GONE . I RAN INTO RICHARD THERE AT THE FERRY DOCK AFTER YEARS OF GOING OUR SEPARATE WAYS IN LIFE . BUT WE CAUGHT UP OVER OLD TIMES , IT WAS A PLEASURE TO SEE HIM AGAIN . IT BROUGHT BACK A LOT OF BOYHOOD MEMORIES WE SHARED IN THE OLD NEIGHBORHOOD !

Ron Clyborne

March 13, 2011

We just returned from a trip out of country and we were deeply saddened to learn of Dick's passing and our not being here for the memorial.As the Edmonds Chamber 4July Chairman, I had the pleasure of working with Dick for the past ten of his 37 year history with that event as well as many other community committments. He will be missed but his memory will live on. As Chamber President, I can state that the chamber will be honoring Dick's memory in an appropriate manner in the upcoming 2011 4th of July program.

Gayle Long

March 5, 2011

RIP Uncle Dick. Gayle and Brian

Mark Marsh

March 4, 2011

When I first started in Edmonds, when an officer wanted a day off he/she had to find someone to work for them. I can not recall Dick ever saying no to me or anyone when he was asked if he could work for them. He was a very giving person to our department and community. He will be missed.

Wally Tribuzio

March 4, 2011

Dick was a joy to be around, always quick with a smile and a funny story. I remember his eager,and always welcome, offers of extra motorcycles for the July 4th parades (none of which he missed for as long as I was there). The first to step up for assignments nobody else wanted, and the last to leave if there was still work to be done, Dick was one of the most dependable Reserve Officers I ever had the pleasure of working with. I know he'll be missed by all who knew him.

Mike and Debbie Smith

March 3, 2011

Dick was one of a kind. His smile, handshake and caring attitude will be missed. He was always ready to help, no matter what the task.
A true friend and a huge loss to everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.

Ron Anway, Marilyn (Anway) Long and Dick Anway - early 1990's

Fran Baxter

March 2, 2011

Dick Anway, Edmonds PD Reserve-Recent

Don Anderson

March 1, 2011

And here's one of Dick that's a bit more recent...

Dick Anway, Edmonds PD Reserve-Late '70's

Don Anderson

March 1, 2011

Here's a photo of Dick from the late 1970's...

Stacie Trykar

March 1, 2011

Dick you are already missed! Your absence will only grow come this summer at the Ferry Terminal. Who else can we count on to be the rover?!? I will miss your smile and positive attitude. Rest in peace friend!

Don Anderson

February 28, 2011

Dick never failed to greet me with a big smile, a caring handshake and genuine inquiries about my family. He was one of the most giving men I've known; of his time, his energy and his attention. His devotion to the Edmonds Police Department and the community he served for the last 37 years as a Reserve Officer is unrivaled. You've left this a better place through your unselfish, caring committment and I know that you are now in a better place as well Dick. Thank you for all you've done, for us and for me; you're very missed.

Mike Bower

February 28, 2011

My thoughts and prayers go out the Dick Anway's family and friends, dealing with his loss in our lives. Dick was one of the old school police officers, who welcomed me when I was a young officer and treated me with friendship and respect for over 20 years. His sense of humor was always a relief and icebreaker in stressful times. He will be truly missed....Mike Bower & Family

Fran Baxter

February 28, 2011

Tricky,

I have worked with you for the last 25 years and you are very special to me. Through good times with laughter to the rough ones with the temper tantrums. I am sure missing you! One of my favorite memories is when you were working Ferry Traffic and I went to visit you with my daughter in a stroller. I had you push the stroller for a minute and you were looking over your shoulder making sure no one saw you with a baby. It was pretty funny! Until we meet again...Fran

February 28, 2011

i knew the Anway's / Richard in the old neighborhood in Bremerton , Wa . then many years later , i ran into him in Edmonds . it was good to see him again . he seemed a very nice fellow , easy going . we caught up on our lives . i could tell he loved his job / police work . to Richard ... a lot of nice memories of you , and your family , growing up .
Arlie C . & Family / Bremerton , Wa.

Shane Kane

February 27, 2011

Rest well Dick. It was a pleasure working with you. Your service to the fine citizens of Edmonds was outstanding. Shane and Sara Kane

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