Richard J. Dolezal

I knew him as Uncle Dick because he was my father´s (Brett Branch) childhood friend and he was my Godfather. He never missed sending me a birthday and Christmas card. Even though I live in Seattle he would call me every year just to make sure I was okay. He was a wonderful person. Always happy and smiling. That´s how I´ll always remember him.

Dick and I were friends since we were10 years old. One of my fondest memories is riding our bikes to Ames Field and sitting on the wall watching the White Caps play ball. After moving from Michigan City, Dick continued to watch over my family and became best friends with my brother George. Dick was one that helped others all his life. He was just a good guy. I will always cherish the memories we made. Prayers for his family. Brett Branch

Richard We truly will miss your smile and kind words . Many of us who knew you at Sullair are thankful for the great times you shared with us. Our Hope is you are at peace now and you will be greatly missed . Your friends at the Sullair DCH group thank you for your years of support. It won´t be the same without you now. Regards Robert Cooper

Looving memories of a life-long friend. will miss him!

I worked with Dick at Sullair many years, and remained friends after retirement. He was such a great friend and super nice guy, we all loved him and will miss him dearly.

Dear Sharon and all of Dick's family... I grew up in the neighborhood with Dick ....he and my brothers George and Brett were friends... Not only was he kind but he was funny... one time when he was about 17 he came to our door pretending he was a French spy... another time he called his mom and told her to let "princey" his dog out... then he stood on our porch and whistled...about 5 minutes later..princey came ambling up Manhatten street... I saw Dick at Aldi this summer he's like "Susie...