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Richard VAN FLEET Obituary
87, of St. Pete Beach, died May 16, 2017. He is survived by wife, Sandra; a brother; eight children; and 14 grandchildren. Beach Memorial Chapel, St. Pete Beach 360-5577. Condolences and biography at: beachmemorialchapel.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard VAN FLEET
5 Entries
Judiy Rutledge
May 22, 2017
Our very deepest sympathy to Sandy and Family.
We were deeply saddened by the loss of Dick. He was our dear friend and we shared so many good times over the years.
He will be greatly missed but never forgotten.
Grace Maduro
May 19, 2017
Thank you Dick for all the great memories we shared with you and your family and the great support you have been to us.
The lessons learned of being honest, caring and sharing, working smart and your humor will be forever treasured.
Grace Maduro
Eileen Molinari
May 19, 2017
So many wonderful family memories about Dick! He treated my mom, Yula, with such great love and affection! He will always hold a very special place in my heart!
Sending my love to you Sandy.
Hugs, Eileen McCann Molinari
Esther Van Fleet
May 18, 2017
We didn't see each other often, but it was always enjoyable. You were very good to my mother-in-law Margaret. You are now with God and have come to the end of your suffering. Blessings to Sandi, all his children and grandchildren
Bob's wife Esther Van Fleet
Franny Burnett
May 18, 2017
Thank you Richard for being my friend all these years- you will forever be in my heart and memory. I will see you again- xo Franny
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