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Richard Gere Obituary
GERE,
Richard
Marvin, II
(Age 81)
Passed away in Spokane, Washington on February 12, 2011. Born in Hutchinson, Kansas to Richard Marvin Gere I and Mae Hollinger. He entered the military in 1948 serving in the Army until 1968, attaining the rank of Sergeant First Class. He was also a member of the 101st Airborne Division, Screaming Eagles. Richard served three tours in Vietnam. He was a recipient of the Bronze Star. After retiring from the Army he worked in Sales for the Prudential Insurance Company. He enjoyed talking with people and sharing stories. Richard was very active, walking, hiking and traveling the world. He enjoyed visiting family and loved being with his many children and grandchildren. He will be remembered for his story telling and big heart. Surviving children include: Kathy Gere-Herzog, Lily Richardson, Linda Gere, Richard Marvin Gere III, Sandy Zimmerman, Jimmy Gere, Sharon Richey, Richard Michael Gere, Tina Gere, and Scott Gere. He was also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Services will be held at the Washington State Veterans' Cemetery at 1:30, Friday, February 18, 2011 in Medical Lake, Washington. Relatives and friends are welcome to attend. SPOKANE CREMATION & FUNERAL SERVICE.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Gere
February 21, 2011
The Ladies and Gentlemen of the Washington State Veterans Cemetery extend our deepest sympathies to the family of Richard M. Gere,II for your loss, to honor his service to our country and our patriotic hero.
Linda Anne House, Founding Member
February 20, 2011
We remember him at his children's events at school. He was so proud of all of you. Bev and Roy
February 19, 2011
Our sincerest condolences to all of you.
Rey, Kathy, Joe & Maria Villegas
Jimmy Gere
February 16, 2011
“Old soldiers never die, they just fade away” was something I heard my dad say on more than one occasion. Having spent a majority of my life from the age of 9 on with my dad and being the youngest of his 10 children, I was blessed to be around him during his retirement years when he had the time, patience and love to be the best dad that he could be. I could go on for days about the adventures we shared or the lessons he taught me, but there is so much more to this man I called “dad”. He did not always know how to express his love with words, but he certainly did know how to demonstrate his love through his actions and there was no limit to what he would sacrifice for me. He did not self-pity, he did not envy. Resiliency is the greatest gift he has given me and my life would not have been the same without it. Life for my dad was not about the destination, but about the journey and the people you meet along the way. Life was about never giving up and doing the best you can with what you have. Resiliency. My dad and I did not always see eye to eye and we learned to agree to disagree. Through it all, I never questioned his love for me. This time though, I cannot agree to disagree, because he is forever with me and he will never fade away. I love you, dad!
Alan Botzheim
February 15, 2011
Richard was my neighbor and friend. He will be missed by all that knew him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and loved ones.
February 15, 2011
Dad had personal integrity,and also was a survivor,he took care of business.I think he was a good leader of men and did what ever his country ask him.Did not ever feal sorry for him self .He once told me go left or right but didn't fall back in and hole you just crawled out of. I will neaver for get that.
February 15, 2011
Dad was a soldier, father and a survivor. Being raised during the depression he use tell me how he often ate only after the adult workers ate. He gave me talks of how to never give up and hang in there no matter what. He was tough and taught us how to hold our heads up high. He didn't believe in living the soft life he was a very humble man and taught me to stick to the basics of life. He served our country with honor and influenced many people on how to make it in the world. We will always remember him and miss him. This country and those who knew him have been blessed my his great deeds. Sincerely Richard Micheal Gere, Fischer, TX
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