Photo courtesy of Herring Groseclose Funeral Home - Walla Walla
Aug 12, 1954 - Aug 11, 2025
Dr. Felt was my husband’s doctor in the 1990’s. He trusted him and appreciated the care he received. He was there for us at the end of life and we were grateful.
Lura Cooper
August 20, 2025 | Milton Freewater, OR | Acquaintance
Family Reunion Twin Harbor, Washington July 2016
John Newman
August 19, 2025 | Newberg, OR | Family
Family Reunion Nehalem Bay State Park June 2024
John Newman
August 19, 2025 | Newberg, OR | Family
Visiting with Warren and Lil by phone Nehalem Bay State Park June 2024
John Newman
August 19, 2025 | Newberg, OR | Family
Family Reunion Lewis Peak Sept. 2018
John Newman
August 19, 2025 | Newberg, OR | Family
We appreciate Richard as our brother-in-law. We have fond memories of family reunions at their home on Lewis Peak with his wife Alice and children Ed, Kris and Mary. We have fond memories of our recent time together at Nehalem Bay State Park, Manzania, Oregon as well as earlier at Twin Harbor, Washington. We remember his kindness and his love for his family and extended family. We greatly miss him May the Lord bring comfort to all the family. Love John, Bonnie, Beth and Dan Newman
John Newman
August 19, 2025 | Newberg, OR | Family
Dr Felt was my Medical Director at WWGH. He was the greatest diagnostician and had the biggest heart for his patients and staff. Kind, thoughtful, gentle and a great healer. He would never give up on a patient and turned many around with his wisdom and skill. He dealt with the sickest of the sick, and they were comforted in his care.
So sorry to the family for your loss. He was bigger than life and will leave a big hole. Thank you for sharing him with so many of us. May the...
Lisa Bennett
August 18, 2025 | Chattaroy, WA | Coworker
Dr. Richard W. Felt, MD—beloved husband, father, and grandfather—passed away on August 11, 2025, following a battle with prostate cancer. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Alice; children, Edward, Kristopher, and Mary; his daughter-in-law, Laura, and grandchildren, Margoh and Emmett. He is preceded in death by his father, Wayne Felt; his mother, Wilma Felt; and his sister, Kathy Wagner.
Early Life & Education
Born in Seattle in 1954, Richard spent his early childhood in Snoqualmie Falls before moving with his family to Coos Bay/North Bend, Oregon. He developed a love of the outdoors that stayed with him for life. Richard attended Linfield College, then earned his medical degree from Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), having a strong desire to help others solve health problems as a physician. He completed his residency in internal medicine at Indiana University School of Medicine and a fellowship in pulmonary disease and critical care at OHSU.
Medical Career & Service
Double board–certified in internal medicine and pulmonology, Richard began his medical career serving veterans at the VA in Spokane and Walla Walla. He then spent nearly two decades in Walla Walla, where he ran a practice at Walla Walla General Hospital (Adventist Health) and served as head of the Intensive Care Unit. He also worked on the Washington coast, providing care in underserved areas.
In the final chapter of his career, Richard practiced in Idaho—including Idaho Falls, Blackfoot, and Pocatello—where he cared for patients with complex respiratory conditions such as COPD, asthma, interstitial lung disease, and pulmonary fibrosis. He retired in 2022, leaving behind a reputation for clarity, warmth, and steadfast advocacy for his patients.
A Life Outdoors
An avid outdoorsman, Richard enjoyed camping, fishing, and hunting from his youth in North Bend to family trips in later years. He especially treasured time at Mount Rainier National Park and along the Oregon Coast, returning to them often for their beauty and peace.
Family & Legacy
He built a life grounded in love and integrity. He held a deep, abiding appreciation for his wife, Alice, and never missed an opportunity to express his love and gratitude for the family they built together. With his children and grandchildren, he was gentle, attentive, and encouraging, always offering guidance and support without judgment.
His compassion extended far beyond his own circle. Whether meeting someone experiencing homelessness, helping a patient in need, or encountering a stranger in distress, Richard responded with empathy, dignity, and tangible help. Friends and family often remarked on his rare ability to see the humanity in everyone and to act on that recognition. His generosity was quiet but constant—a steady reflection of his values.
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations to the American Lung Association, relevant to his work, as well as time he and Alice spent volunteering with Asthma camps associated with the ALA. Just as well, kindness in his honor is welcome—reflecting Richard’s daily commitment to others. The family appreciates the kind thoughts and remembrances from all who knew him.
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Arrangements have been entrusted to the Herring Groseclose Funeral Home, 315 W Alder St, Walla Walla. Friends and family are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.herringgroseclose.com.
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