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RICHARD DIDLAKE Jr.
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RICHARD DIDLAKE Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Kim Boyette
November 17, 2022
Richard, I sure do miss our time together bowling and morning breakfast at McDonald's. You may be gone from this earth but you are surely never forgotten. Until we meet again.
Charlene Palmore
November 17, 2020
My dear brother-in-law, Richard. I wish you could be here now; Crystal needs you! Please shine down on her and and my sister . Send love and hugs. Sister needs you now!
Kim Boyette
November 18, 2019
Richard was such a great guy. I was honored to have known him.
Crystal Munnings
November 22, 2011
Daddy, I can't believe that a year ago today you became an angel. I miss your hugs, kisses, and funny stories. I am sure you have filled heaven with your laughter and funny stories. Mommy misses you so much! Don't worry I will continue to take care of Mommy and try to bring happiness to her. One day we will all be together again! I miss you and love you so very much! Love, Crystal
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January 4, 2011
Chris and Helen, I am so sorry to hear of your recent loss. I was looking for Helen on Facebook and the obituary came up on the screen. Again, my condolences. Kandy Hailey Williams
Rita Busch
December 4, 2010
What a wonderful communication vehicle to be able to express my sympathy to Jennifer & Troy, Jackson and Patrick....The Academy of Academic Excellence sends its prayers for our community firefighter!....Rita T. Busch
Joe & Brenda Greene
December 2, 2010
We knew Dick through a friend of ours and we all met at McDonald's for breakfast. He was a good family man and friend to all. He will be missed by everyone that knew him. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family at this time and ask that God guide them through this difficult period. Rest in Peace, Dickie.
Andrew Clough
November 25, 2010
A true American and fine man.
The Jenkins'
November 25, 2010
While we are mourning the loss of Richard, others are rejoicing to meet him again behind the veil. Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss; our thoughts are with the Didlakes during this difficult time.
Robert Wade
November 24, 2010
Thanks for your service in the marines and the RFD. You served God well.
John 3: 16
Lorraine Price
November 24, 2010
To the family
I will always remember Richard from bowling at Sunset.
May he rest in peace
November 24, 2010
Dick always had enthusiasm for everything he did. When he said hello you knew he meant it. I will miss his presence at our Virginia Train Collectors gatherings. You always knew Dick was there he shared his opinion often. I liked that about him. I will miss his kind smile and joking around with him Dick was a good man. Curtis Hofstetter
Leaving the Station for the Last Time
November 24, 2010
To all the Didlake kin,
On behalf of the many friends who, like Dick, will always be a kid at heart, we the members of the Virginia Train Collectors send our deepest condolences and the biggest hug we can envision. God surely has Dick's hand on the throttle of a locomotive somewhere in heaven, for he surely loved his trains. At Christmas time, when the Marine Corps Toys for Tots program was in full swing, Dick always helped load the toys, including the trains, to give to the needy children. Semper Fi, Big Guy. Save a place on the express run, for we shall meet again someday, and I know you will be in charge. God Bless your family. Please call on me, or any of the Virginia Train Collectors members if there is anything we can do to assist you at this time or in the future.
J. Russ Dolbear 748-2101
Bill Michie
November 24, 2010
The Virginia Train Collectors club meetings will not be the same without Richard. His fellowship will be missed. May God's grace and love be a comfort to you at this time.
Herb Dunford,Jr.
November 24, 2010
to the Didlake family, sorry to hear news about Mr. Didlake, your dad will be remember for many things that he was in involved with like the time he spent with a lot of young people whether at the baseball fields or along the sidelines of the football field encouraging kids to do their best. He made a difference to many.
Herb Dunford, Jr.
Jet Thomas and Family
November 24, 2010
Didlake family and friends, I am very sorry to read of you loss. I do hope that God comfort you in this time of grieving. May you find joy in knowing that Mr. Didlake was received in the arms of our Creator and heard the words, Job well done my Good and Faithful Servant.
You are in the thoughts and prayers of many and may you find comfort in this time of sorrow.
Lynn McDonald
November 24, 2010
Didlake Family I am so sorry to hear about you loss my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lynn McDonald
November 23, 2010
Mrs. Didlake so sorry to hear about your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I thank you always for your kindness.
November 23, 2010
Didlake Family,
I am so sorry to hear the news of your loss. Mr. Didlake
always had a warm hello every time I saw him. He was a fixture at Tuckahoe LL and then later at all the Tucker H.S. games. He will always be remembered.
Rusty Vernon
John Donati
November 23, 2010
Earlean, So sorry to hear of Richards passing. We will miss him at Friendly's.
He was a very likeable person and sure loved his family.May the Angels meet him
and take him where there is no more pain.
Earlean again Iam so sorry.
bob harris
November 23, 2010
Earlean im so so sorry to find out of richhards passing we had some good times going to card shops and shows he was a true friend and i will miss him love be with your family in this of loss
Kim Boyette
November 23, 2010
To the Didlake family. My thoughts and prayers are with you with the loss of a great man. They don't make men like Dick anymore. I had the great pleasure of knowing Dick for many years and he always put a smile on your face. Rest in peace my friend.
Gene Layne
November 23, 2010
I stepped on that ballfield at 10 years old and Mr. Didlake was my first coach. I played for him for two years (American Redsox). We beat the Oriols the second year. That was a feat., (tears).. He taught me alot about baseball those two years... forty years later he just taught me about life....His reflection is his family, friends, and the things he did in the community.. the people he touched.... My heart goes out to the Didlake family..... Thank you for sharing him with us...... He was such an impact on many of our lives. He used to hit baseballs to me in right field... " Bring em home Gene"..... Bring em home Mr. Didlake... Godspeed!
Richard Emerson
November 23, 2010
Earlean,
I was saddened to learn of your loss of Richard. We grew up together on the hill. I also had the good fortune to work with him in the fire department. I knew of his great love for you and his family.
Richard Emerson
November 23, 2010
Earlean,
I was saddened to learn of your loss of Richard. We played and grew up together on the hill. I also had the good fortune to work with him for many years in the fire department. I always knew of the love he had for you and his family.
Ted Lydon
November 23, 2010
Didlake Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are truly sorry for your loss. God Bless
Lydon Family
Heidi Geary
November 23, 2010
Dear Earlean,
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your precious husband. I am praying for you and your family.
Love and Prayers,
Heidi Geary
(Dee Harris' Daughter)
marsha reel
November 23, 2010
Dear Crystal,Chris & family, Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. We know that your father will be dearly missed by many who knew him.Our prayers are with all of you,Marsha,Carson & Jennifer Reel
November 23, 2010
My name is Sharon and I work at Family Physicians.I wanted to let you know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Mr. Didlake was a very favorite patient of mine.He always had a smile on his face and was always so sweet. He will be missed dearly.
Michael & Debbie West
November 23, 2010
To the Didlake family our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Richard bowled with us at Sunset many years ago. You never seen Richard without a smile on his face. Richard you will be miss
Sharon Atkinson
November 23, 2010
From the Atkinson Family -Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you-Bob, Sharon, Kevin, Crystal, & Robin
Robbie Hernandez
November 23, 2010
Earlean, So sorry to hear about Richard. Leroy and I are praying for you and your family. Robbie Hernandez
Becki & David Moore
November 23, 2010
Crystal,
David and I are so sorry to hear about your father! Although, I did not know him, I have heard many wonderful things about him! I know he will be dearly missed! But know that he is in a wonderful place now! Our prayers are with you and your family!
Elaine Ziehl
November 23, 2010
My sincerest condolences to the family. I'll take comfort in knowing that now Mr. Didlade and my precious Dad are enjoying each other's company again. If there's a McDonald's in heaven they're definitely there talking and laughing. Please know my thoughts and my prayers are with you. Signed by Elaine....Louie Machado's daughter
Gail McClure
November 23, 2010
Earlean, Aunt Dot, and cousins, we in West Virginia wish we could be there with you in person. Please know that you continue to be in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers. Love, Gail, Roger and Lucy
Cathy
November 23, 2010
Dickie was the best friend anyone could ever ask for. He would drop everything and come to the rescue of his friends. I have so many great memories of him, and were it not for him I would not have found a very special person to spend my life with. Godspeed Dickie. You will truely be missed.
Susan Terry
November 23, 2010
Mrs. Didlake,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. Please know I will hold you and your family in my thoughts and prayers now and in the days ahead.
Chuck McIntyre
November 23, 2010
Didlake family,
always enjoyed Dick's company when he came by the Amtrak station with his friend Charlie Liebs and talked toy trains. He will be missed. Bless all of you during this difficult time.
Marsha & Marvin Humphrey
November 23, 2010
Thinking of you during this difficult time. My husband and I always thought the world of Richard and enjoyed him so much when he visited our store in Willow Lawn. Peace be with you, and God Bless you all.
Wil Volz
November 23, 2010
Troy, Trish and I will carry you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Our condolences on your loss. Let us know if you need anything or just need to talk.
Allyson Moorefield
November 23, 2010
The Didlake Family,
My heart goes out to you for your loss. The couple of times I did get to be in the company of Mr. Didlake "Dickie" he always seemed to light up the room with his contagious smile~ He will be greatly missed. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love, Allyson Moorefield
John Hinant - Richmond Retired Firefighters Association
November 23, 2010
Earlean and family, please accept our deepest sympathies in the lost of your Husband. Dickie was a good Father, Husband and Firefighter as well as friend. Our hearts are heavy too.
The members of the Richmond Retired Firefighters Association will truly miss our friend, brother and comrade who have gone ahead of us and will greet all of us one day.
The sorrow of the faithful is not that of permanent loss, but the tender sense of sadness that comes in saying good-bye for now to someone we love.
May today's sorrow give way to the peace and comfort of God's love.
It will be the little things that you will remember, the quiet moments,
the smiles, the laughter. And although it may seem hard right now, it will be the memories of these little things that help to push away the pain and bring the smiles back again.
Gary O'Bryant
November 23, 2010
Words cannot describe the great memories I have of Dickie from little league, High School sports, and just spending time at the house with the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless.
Donna Greenwood Arpe
November 23, 2010
Didlake Family - My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I remember you all since first grade at Crestview and moving to Three Chopt Elemetary once built.
DOUG WILLIAMS
November 23, 2010
Chris my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Kimberly Shapiro
November 23, 2010
Didlake Family, We are sad to hear about Mr. Didlake's (Dickie's) passing. We will always remember his smile and voice. I was very fond of him as was Ryan (my husband). We were both proud to know such a kind and generous man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. The Shapiro Family (Kim, Ryan "Shap," Mia and Casey)
November 23, 2010
Rest in peace Mr. Didlake. The last conversation I had with him, he was talking about Post 125 and wanting to help make the brunswick stew. What a sweet man he was. God bless.
JoAnn Wade Tignor
November 23, 2010
Didlake Family My thoughts and Prayers go out to everyone. I remember Dickey fondly. Spent many a day and evening at your home on Harlow Rd. He was one of the kindest people I have ever known. God is taking care of him now and he won't be alone he will have my Mom and Dad too.
Walt Strohecker
November 23, 2010
We will sure miss Richard at our train club meetings. He was a wonderful story teller and just a lot of fun to be around. May the Peace of God be with Richard and his family.
Tina Farley-Waller
November 23, 2010
So sorry for your loss. I remember Mr. Didlake from when my family attended St. Andrews many years ago. I especially remember Crystal and I attending Sunday School together. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Shirley Hughes
November 23, 2010
We can never prepare ourselves for a love one's death; no matter the circumstances it always catches us unprepared. You have your memories to help ease the pain of your lost. Please accept my deepest consolences. May God be with you. Love, Shirley, Stacey, Kyleigh & JJ.
Robin Miller
November 23, 2010
Ms. Didlake,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my prayers. love always Robin
Joanie Carter
November 23, 2010
Didlake Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Dickie was an amazing man. He always lite up a room when he entered.
Love, Joanie, Dave, Ryan, and Brooke-lynn.
Matthew 5:4
Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
Charlene Palmore
November 23, 2010
My dear Brother-in-law, my heart is heavy with sadness and my eyes are full of tears. I'm so sorry I didn't get to see you in your last days, weeks or months. You are the best brother-in-law in the world. We go back a long ways. You taught me how to drive a car along with many other things. You were my best friend in the past few years and kept me posted. What will I do now...
I will see you one day and we can catch up. Love you always, Charlene
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