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Richard Durock Obituary
SOUTH BEND - Richard "Dick" Durock, 72, of Oak Park, CA, formerly of South Bend, died Thursday, September 17, 2009, in his residence. Richard was born on January 18, 1937, in South Bend, to David and Sadie (Medich) Durock, who preceded him in death along with a brother, Don Durock. Mr. Durock was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps and worked as an actor and stuntman who appeared in over 80 films and over 700 television appearances. He is known for playing "Swamp Thing" in both the feature films Swamp Thing and The Return of Swamp Thing and the subsequent television show. Surviving are his significant other, Jane Connell of Coronado, CA; and three sisters, Julianne "Judy" (Maynard) Schenk of Mishawaka, Millicent "Mitzi" (Frank) Varrichione of Alton Bay, NH, and Zora (John) Buck of Maui, HI. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 25, in Sts. Peter & Paul Serbian Orthodox Church. Burial will follow at Sacred Heart Cemetery. Family and friends may call one hour prior to services in the church. Zahoran Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Sts. Peter & Paul Serbian Orthodox Church or to The Center for Hospice and Palliative Care.
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Marc
October 23, 2009
Thank you so much for your autograph on my lobby card, your kind words and best wishes. I will not forget you. Farewell from Germany!
Hanna Stine
October 21, 2009
"I loved all the movies that he was in, especially Swamp Thing. He will be dearly missed by all of us."
joseph golden
October 20, 2009
i remember you on the incridible hulk,when i saw you on there when i was a young child good memories. rip.
Jack Verbois
October 5, 2009
I worked with Dick for many years, and he deserves the honor of the old cowboy praise,"You'll do to cross the river with." God's gift on this earth is having friends like Dick.
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October 2, 2009
I grew up with Butch in the serbian church.He always was a great guy.Rest in peace and my thoughts are with his family. Sylvia Jovanich,Zimmer. Ft Myers,Fl.
Bob Sprenger
October 1, 2009
I met Dick at Comic Con a few years back, and he was one of the nicest guys you'd ever want to meet. After 15 minutes I felt like we had been friends for years. Thanks for all the great memories, and being one of the good guys. You will be missed...but never forgotten.
Don Willhite,Jr
September 29, 2009
Rest In Peace,Swamp Thing/Frye's Creature,you were great as both.
Jesse Wayne
September 29, 2009
Dick, you were my best friend, and one of the good guys. Since 1966 you always credited me for getting you in the biz, but you deserved it - always a gentleman and a great asset to our industry, respected by all. I cherish the fun and the time we had together. All my love to Jane and your family.
September 29, 2009
loved the Swamp Thing films while growing up, cheers for being part of my adolescence, my thoughts are with your family.
Jon Peck
September 29, 2009
I met Richard and his wife at a convention in New Jersey 7 or so years ago. They were the most down to earth and genuine people you will ever meet. He got a kick out of talking to me about his Battestar Galactica and Star Trek work and answering my questions. Richard really appreciated his fans. My condolences to his family.
Dave Littman
September 28, 2009
"Swampy"....I'll really miss you, my big green buddy!! I was honored to be your friend!
Arthur DeArcos jr
September 28, 2009
RIP Mr.Durock.It was a pleasure meeting you and thanks for all the wonderful movies you left us.
marcos carrillo
September 28, 2009
R.I.P, I hope your family will be fine after this hard moment.
kevin surnear
September 28, 2009
Dick,you were a good friend and very talented person.You will truely be missed by all.And as a fellow Marine you will be missed by all in uniform.Semper Fi my friend,we shall meet again.
September 27, 2009
RIP my friend Mr Durock.may God bless you,until we meet again.
Felix Silla,
Las Vegas,Nevada
dick warlock
September 27, 2009
Dick was one of a kind. A true gentleman and a friend. I'll miss you pard. May God bless you with eternal salvation.
dick warlock
Mike Stewart
September 27, 2009
RIP Mr. Durock! I will always remember you for the role you played in the "Swamp Thing Series".
Shawn T
September 27, 2009
Dick Durock will always be a great actor and always be the best Swamp Thing.
September 26, 2009
I am sad. I grew up watching him in "Any Which way but loose" and the "Swamp Thing Series". Rest in peace my friend.----God bless Mr. Durock.
Patrick
Earl Luckes
September 26, 2009
HE showed up at least once on all my favorite shows when I was growing up. I'm sad I never got to meet him and thank him for all the fun he brought in to my life from Evil Hulk, Swamp Thing and just being a bruiser on the 6 Million Dollar Man. Thanks Dick, we are going to miss you, but you will always be with us.
Todd Fulkerson
September 26, 2009
I will miss you my friend. I always enjoyed talking with you at conventions about movies, to everyday life, to just shooting the breeze to relax. You were always a pleasure to be around and very open to all your fans and anyone around you. I'm happy that you are no longer in pain, and in a better place, in Heaven. Thanks for the good times.
Todd Fulkerson
http://www.toddsautographarena.com
Cliff C
September 25, 2009
I was so sad to here of Mr. Durock' passing. I loved him as 'Swampy' and I remember sending him a fan letter when I was like 10 years old. Mr. Durock sent me a really cool signed photo and I still have it. What a talented and generous man. He will be missed!
September 25, 2009
So very sorry for you loss. My prayers are with all of you.
Karen (Milovich)& Rick Kiska and Family
September 24, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May he rest in peace. Memory Eternal. Milan and Donna Medich
Zorka DeFreeuw
September 24, 2009
So sorry to read about Butch. Several times I asked Judy about him when we went to CJ's. Haven't seen Butch for years but after all these years you can tell by his picture that was him. Sorry not to be able to see you all again but our prayers are with you.
Zorka (Voynovich) DeFreeuw- Florida
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