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Richard FLAUTE Obituary
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FLAUTE, Sr., Richard T. (Dick) Age 77: Passed away on August 25, 2012. Survived by loving wife: Elaine Coppler Flaute; son: Rick Flaute of Dayton; daughter and son-in-law: Julie and Brian Childers of Huntington, WV; son: Jon Flaute and partner Mark Vecchio of New York City; sisters and brothers-in-law: Jody and Ed Veda and Linda and Dave Ratino, each of Scottsdale, AZ; sister-in-law Joan Flaute-Hill and husband Curtis of Dayton; grandchildren Dylan Flaute and Nathan and Ashley Childers; special niece and grand-nephew Katie and Andrew Hall of Dayton; and numerous other nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents: Bernard and Catherine Flaute; sister: Mary Francis Flaute; and brother Robert B. Flaute. He received a Bachelor's degree from the University of Notre Dame. Dick served for 35 years as Chairman and CEO of Supply One Corporation and then for 10 years as an Executive-in-Residence in the School of Business at the University of Dayton. He also served on more than thirty corporate and community boards and organizations, including the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce and the Rotary Club of Dayton. Special thanks to the staff at Pulmonary Rehab at Kettering Medical Center, The Hospice of Dayton, and St. Leonard Heath Care Center. Mass of Christian Burial, 10:00 AM Wednesday August 29 at the Church of the Incarnation. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 5:00-8:00 PM at the Westbrock Funeral Home, 5980 Bigger Rd. Interment, Davids Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to The Hospice of Dayton or the charity of your choice. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to The Hospice of Dayton or the charity of your choice.
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Phil Parker
August 21, 2020
Dick was such a loyal man. If he was involved in something, he was always loyal to it whether that was his faith, his alma matre, organizations like the Chamber of Commerce, Rotary, UD....and of course his country, family and friends. I enjoyed my fishing trips with Dick and being able to kid with him about a number of topics or ideas. He was one our strongest advocates for the free enterprise system that we enjoy in America and if he were still with us, would still be coaching and teaching many of us as how to succeed in American business. Simply put....Dick is and will be missed. I for one miss my friend. God bless Dick and his family. Never forget.
Phil Parker
former President & CEO
Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce
Douglas Hall
August 28, 2012
I can't put into words what this man meant to my son Andrew. He always gave him great advice an a great football team to cheer for. Thank you Dick for helping my Son become the man he is today.
August 28, 2012
Our deepest sympathy - we are keeping your entire family in our prayers. Michael and Jina O'Shaughnessy
Jason Wadzinski
August 28, 2012
Dick helped many fellow entrepreneurs with his experience, time, and genuine concern. He was a kind mind with a passion for business, helping others, and passing on his knowledge. My sincere condolences. He touched many lives in a very positive way.
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August 28, 2012
I am extremely thankful for the guidance and wisdom my grandson Andrew received from his Uncle Dick and Aunt Elaine over the years. I enjoyed visiting with the Flautes at every celebration in Andrew's life. Elaine and the family are in my prayers. Love, Angela Lovelace
August 27, 2012
Our deepest sympathies on the passing of your husband/father. He and your family will be in our prayers.
Mary Frances and George Walter & Family
Susan & Ed Kuhlman
August 27, 2012
Dear Elaine,
Dick served his God, his family and his community well. Our prayers are with you and your family....
Ed & Susan Kuhlman
Micki Lawson
August 27, 2012
Dick was such a wonderful man and cousin. I will miss all of the great times we shared as a family at our reunions. The only blessing is knowing he is now healthy and comforted in Heaven with God and all those who left before him. Please know I'm saying prayers for all of you so that these times may be a little easier. I love you all.
Micki
August 27, 2012
Dick was a great friend and outstanding businessman. He was a mentor to many and gave of his time freely to many up and coming entrepreneurs. Dick was a good family man. He loved to fish and I enjoyed fishing with him. I met Dick while at the HBA but worked with him at the Chamber of Commerce, especially as the founder of the Chamber's Executive Dialogue Program. He will be missed by all.
Phil Parker
Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce
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