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Richard Luis Obituary
formerly of Owego
Richard F. "Dick" Luis, 65, of Martinez, Ga., formerly from Owego, N.Y., passed on Thursday, July 18, 2008. Preceded by his parents, Lionel E. and Hazel A. Luis, Jr., Owego, N.Y. He is survived by his wife, Cicely; daughters, Amber L. Rhea, Colleen H. Reszka; son, Richard F. Reszka; brother, Lionel E. (Elayne) Luis, III Johnson City; and sister, Lorrie D. Zembery, Owego, N.Y. Dick graduated from Owego - Class of 1961, and was a graduate of Michigan State University, 1965. He served as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Army and was a Vietnam vet of 1966.
Funeral will be held at 10 a.m., Westover Memorial Park, Ga. Arrangements by Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, Augusta, Ga. Contributions may be sent to American Cancer Society, 2607 Commons Blvd., Augusta, Ga. 30909
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Luis
Sonya Tappan
July 23, 2008
My prayers are with you . I know what it feels to lose the man in your life. I lost mine, when he was 49. Know that many people care.
Lou Neira
July 23, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Dick in high school and graduated in 1961. We had some very good times together. The most memorable was at the first drags he was part of when he was going up against a much better, newer and faster car. He had gone over the starting line by about 1 foot and they told him to back up. Then the starter waved his flag and the other car took off,, but Dick was still in reverse. Funny yes..to all but Dick. I will always remember our times together. Good, honest and clean fun. Memories can last forever. Lou Neira
DAVID BOLAND
July 22, 2008
To Cicely,The children of my child hood frien Dick Luis ,Lorrie and Lionel .
The Luis family has always been an important part of my life. Having met
Dick in our early high school years .
as well a the rest of the family has always been very special to me.
I worked for Dicks dad "SLIM" at IBM Owego, New York . A guy who gave me a great opputinuity in life. Dick went off to school and I went to work for "Slim" . Hazel was the mom a sweeter woman never lived.
Lorrie and Lionel became my friends as well .
But Richard he was a special "DUDE" he knew what he wanted out of life and how to get it. We had a common intrest in cars we did a lot of "RIDING AROUND" together in His 49 Mercury and later his baby blue Studerbaker "HAWK" convertible
with the wheels painted half blue and half white. In short we had wonderful and sometimes more exciting times than needed to be. We hot rodded, We laughed ,We told jokes, we drank , we sang, we loved the girls, and loved the life of the 60's. My sincere sympathys to all of his famliy and friends. I will cherish his memories forever.
Mark Coursey
July 22, 2008
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family with the loss of your husband. Our prayers and thoughts are with you now. Mark & Kay Coursey.
Dana & Rose Rau
July 22, 2008
Our sympathy goes out to your family on the loss of a great man. He was a friend who made a great impression in our lives.We will also miss his advanced vocabulary which always made you laugh.We send our deepest regards. We will all miss him dearly.
Betty Stables Short
July 22, 2008
I went to school with Dick. He was a great guy. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Such a great loss
Don Hemann
July 22, 2008
Cicely, I am so sorry for your loss. Dick was a wonderful person and a good friend. I carry with me some of life's lessons that he taught me.
Jackie & Chip White
July 21, 2008
Cicely, Amber, & family -- Our thoughts & prayers are with you - May God give you peace & comfort daily-
Bert Dean
July 21, 2008
Dear Cicely,
I am so sorry about the all-too-sudden loss of your husband. You and your children are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bert and Margaret
D & D Pest Control
July 21, 2008
Cicely, All of us at D & D would like you to know how sorry we are at the passing of your husband. Know that you are in our thoughts prayers during this trying time.
Susan Killgore Peel
July 21, 2008
Cicely,
When I think of Dick, I think of his hearty laughter. He always had the kindest things to say and I know he thought the world of you. My thoughts are with you, my friend.
Lisa Phillips
July 21, 2008
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Rene Reed
July 21, 2008
Cicely and Amber,
Our hearts go out to you at this time. Dick touched so many lives including ours over the years. He left behind great memories, lots of opinions and good friends. He will be missed but will be with us always. If you need us call. May the warmth of him with you comfort both of you at this time. Love Rene' and Brian
Dianne Sessions
July 21, 2008
Cicely and Family:
Although it is difficult to truly express my sorrow with your loss, I just wanted you to know that you have a "shoulder" if you should ever need it. Through this business of real estate, I have gotten to know your husband per his reputation. And it is a marvelous reputation with a great many fond memories from those who knew, and loved, him. Our thoughts and our prayers are with you and your family.
Dr. Kitchens and Staff
July 20, 2008
Cicely,
May the beautiful memories that you and Dick made, comfort you at this time. We were sadden to hear of Mr. Luis passing. He truely was a very kind man and we were very blessed to have gotten to know him over the years.
May God grant you strength.
Don Alexander
July 20, 2008
Cicely,
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your husband Dick. My prayers will be with you and your family during this time.
Please let me know if I can do anything to help you.
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