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APODACA, Richard
Age 84, an Elk Grove, California resident passed away January 12, 2014. He was born in Fowler, Colorado on October 10, 1929. He grew up in Pueblo, Colorado where he joined the U.S. Marine Corps and served in the Korean War and fought for our freedom. Richard worked for 45 years for the Federal Gov- ernment (Dept. of Navy, Army & Defense) he retired as the Chief of the Production Control Sacramento Army Depot. He was an avid sports fan and loved going & working out at the gym. Richard was a longtime parishioner of St. Rose Catholic Church. He is preceded in death by his parents Edward & Alvina, siblings Joe, Charlie, Felix, Walter, Ernie, Robert, and Edward. He is survived by Molly Lovan & the Diaz family, siblings Arthur, Dora, Rosie, Dorothy, as well as his children Randy (Joyce), Debbie (George), Ricky (Avalon), Donna, Dale, Mark (Margarita), grandchildren Justine, Jessica, Jordan, Marie, Carriann, Amber, Joshua, Joey and 10 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends.
All services will be held at St. Rose Catholic Church, 5961 Franklin Blvd., on Thursday, January 16th with viewing from 12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m. followed by a Mass celebrating his life at 2:00 p.m. The family welcomes family and friends at the church hall following the services.
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for Richard APODACA
January 20, 2014
Dear Mark, Maggie and family~
Sorry to hear the news of your dad's passing.
We are thinking of you during this difficult time. May you find peace in the memories of your beloved dad. Take care, Gerry and Sarah(Plescia) Boras
January 17, 2014
My condolences go to the family and the Army Depot family.
Mart Cuilla
January 16, 2014
I so sorry to hear about Rick passing- I worked with him at the Army Depot and saw him on occasion at my mom's church. Always a gracious caring man- nothing but good memories of each any every time we spoke.
Terry & Marlene Rivera
January 16, 2014
Donna and Molly, sorry for your loss. Rick hired me back in 1978 at SAAD. And had seen him at the gym a few times. He was a great man and it was an honor to have known him. He will be sadly missed. Our thoughts and prayers goes out to you, Molly and your family
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Leslie Sieren
January 16, 2014
My husband and I worked with Rick at the Sacramento Army Depot many years ago. He was a very nice man. We are sorry for your loss.
Joanne Posas
January 16, 2014
Dear Donna, Josh and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. The love of your father and grandfather will live forever in your hearts. May the beautiful and loving memories of him bring you comfort in the days ahead. Please let me know if you need anything. Joanne xxoo
Sacramento Army Depot Uncle Sam 1976
Arne Sampe
January 15, 2014
Mr. Apodaca: We remember the good times, the meetings, the co-workers and so many things that made us the best litle depot in the system. P.S. if you know where our 14 foot Uncle Sam is, let me know. Arne.
Sharon VanFossen
January 15, 2014
Molly, Donna and Family
Rick was one of a kind. Always a gentleman and considerate of others. I worked with him for more than 15 years @ SAAD & kept in contact with him after retirement. Molly & Rick came to my annual Christmas Party, I shall miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Don & Gail Dickerson
January 15, 2014
Donna, our prayers are with you and the family. Ric was a really nice person and we had a lot of respect for him.
Dawna & Shaina Jo
January 15, 2014
Donna, Joshua & Family -
Praying with Love for your comfort and strength during this difficult time. May your love and memories of your father provide healing and the reassurance that your family and friends are waiting to help and support you in any way possible. Just say the word!
Love in Christ,
Dawna and Shaina Jo
Sue Swenson
January 15, 2014
Donna - Am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. You & your family are in my thoughts & prayers. May God's perfect peace comfort you in your grief.
Monica Eady
January 15, 2014
Donna - Very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts.
Rachele Gann
January 15, 2014
My thoughts and prayers to the family. I am honor to have known him at the Sacramento Army Depot and will surely be missed. It is an honor to know such a humble and honorable man and call him a very dear friend.
John Broughton
January 15, 2014
Donna and Mark,
I am very sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers. May Gods peace be with you.
Terri Hern
January 15, 2014
Donna - So sorry to hear of your family's loss. My thoughts are with you all during this difficult time - my heart hurts for you... Much Love, Terri
Laura Bishop
January 15, 2014
To Donna, Molly, and the entire family, our prayers are with you at this time. Ric was such a nice man with a great sense of humor. He was our Chief of PP&C at the Army Depot, and we were so glad to see him serve his long tenure and get out with a smile, to have a great retirement. Have taken several pictures of him at the Depot reunions. Pray your memories with him last forever. God bless you all.
Lori Cabog
January 15, 2014
Donna,
I was so sorry to hear about your Dad. Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Christie Nakatsuka
January 15, 2014
Donna, Tod and I are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that God will provide you with peace, comfort, and joy knowing that your Dad is in his loving arms. God bless and take care!
Lin Robbins
January 15, 2014
Donna, I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Joshua and your family during this time. I hope the happy memories of your dad help heal your broken heart.
Theresa Lane
January 15, 2014
Donna - I am so very, very sorry for the loss of your dad. He sounds like he was such a wonderful man. I am praying for you, Joshua and your whole family at this time of sadness. My thoughts are with all of you.
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