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Lawrence Richard "Dick" Fishback

Portland, Oregon

1936 - 2018

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Lawrence Richard 'Dick' FishbackFeb. 7, 1936 - April 27, 2018 Dick was born in Eugene Feb. 7, 1936, the youngest child of Rev. Len B. and Mildred Fishback. He attended schools in Baker, Roseburg and Bend before graduating from Burns Union High School in 1954. He graduated from the University of...

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When I joined The Oregonian sports department in 1964 Dick and I bonded immediately. Even though he and his family left Portland in 1968, Dick and Bobbi remained close friends all these years. Dick's upbeat personality will remain forever etched in my mind.

One of the fondest memories I have of Dick Fishback is listening to him sing "There is a Balm in Giiad" at the Burns Christian Church! It was so moving and special to all of us. I'm sure Dick's family will miss him greatly. God Bless!