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Richard Soule Obituary
MISHAWAKA - Richard H. Soule Sr., 77, of Mishawaka, died in his home on Wednesday April 16, 2008. He was born in Mishawaka on March 29, 1931, to Howard R. and Fannie I. (Colvin) Soule. Richard is survived by his companion of 22 years, Dora M. Pease of Mishawaka; two sons, Richard (Carla) Soule Jr. of Mishawaka and Norman (Cindy) Soule of Richland Hills, TX; two daughters, Linda Runyon of Peru and Rita Gibson of South Bend; a step-daughter, Mary E. Ousley of Angola; 21 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren. Among other survivors are a sister, Harriett (Ralph) Gill of Mishawaka; a brother, Wayne (Kay) Soule of Bremen; a half-sister Alice (David) Overly of Peru; and a half-brother, Thomas Soule of South Bend. He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant daughter, Gail Lynn Soule; a son, Gregory Lee Soule; a sister, Beverly Stewart; and two half-brothers, Allen and Howard Soule. Richard was employed at Dodge Manufacturing in the foundry and retired in 1993. He belonged to the Dodge Athletic Club and Mishawaka Moose Lodge #1262 and had formerly served in the National Guard. Friends may visit with the family today (Friday) from 2 to 8 p.m. in Bubb Funeral Chapel, 3910 N. Main St. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home on Saturday at 10 a.m., with Rev. Ervin Mize officiating. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
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Alice Overly
April 26, 2008
To my Big Brother Richard. I will always remember the wonderful memories we have shared together. I will miss your strength and your support, but most of all I will Miss You Always. I Love You. Your Little Sister...Alice.
Kelly Grall
April 23, 2008
You will always be one of the best men I will ever know. You always did things your way and you will never be forgotten! I love you Grandpa!!
Junell Broskey
April 23, 2008
My deepest respects to Uncle Dick's family. He will be missed.
Harriet Gill
April 23, 2008
Brother, We had seventy seven years together, they will always be cherished we loved you Brother Wayne, long time friend Ralph and Me . Your Sister Harriet
Carolyn Sue White
April 22, 2008
I will always LOVE you Uncle Dick
Shane Soule
April 20, 2008
Thanks for everything you've taught me. I'll miss you grandpa...
Shane
Sharon Vanden Bossche
April 18, 2008
Uncle Dick,
You will be missed greatly.
Ashley Gill
April 18, 2008
We love you Uncle Dick and you will be greatly missed!
dave & jean gill
April 18, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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