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Richard Yules Obituary
Paxton, MA - Richard B. Yules, 78 y.o., beloved husband of Lila Lilien Yules passed away with his family by his side April 2, 2019. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Lila, his son Atty. Branch R Yules & his wife, Tina, daughters Dr. Dawn Johnson & Dr. Brooke James and her husband, Christopher. He also leaves 8 beautiful grandchildren, Dr. Yules was born in Hartford, CT, the son of the late Herman and Lillian Yules.
Richard was an avid learner and educator attending Yale, Stamford, and Harvard. He was an Eagle scout & Scoutmaster as well as a renowned Surgeon, Air National Guardsman, Author, Guitarist, and community leader. He was the recipient of the Distinguished Service Medal. He will be greatly missed. His funeral was held April 5th.
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David Law
February 1, 2020
Dick was a good friend and fellow guitar folkie back in Medical school.
My best to Lila who I remember visiting Dick frequently back in the day.
Prayers. What a beautiful family.
David Law
May 15, 2019
Lila, on behalf of the Nemanic family, we are very saddened by Dick's passing. It really hit home. I have known so few mean with so much knowledge, experience, and wisdom that had the type of humility he had. He seemed invincible. I will miss him.
Franc
Jeannie/Bruce Skrine
April 23, 2019
Dear Lila,
We will always have such fond memories of Dick. Tennis and golf had some comical moments. Whenever he would hit a winner, he would often stop afterwards and say "Any questions??" It was kind of his way of life in general. He had the answers and was always willing to help and give advice to anyone who needed it.
Sincere sympathies,
Jeannie and Bruce Skrine
Janice Chumsae
April 17, 2019
Lila, I am just seeing this. I am very saddened by his loss. It was a privilege to know him and your family. My heartfelt sympathies go to you and your children. With love and respect, Janice Chumsae
Barry Lehman
April 12, 2019
Lila: I am totally shocked and beyond words. I just learned of Dick's death this morning. He was always so healthy and so active. I thought he would live to at least a 100! Please accept my most sincere and heartfelt sympathies. I miss Dick already. Dr. Barry Lehman
Tina Anderson
April 8, 2019
I remember meeting Dick and Lila Yules and their children years ago at the home of my parents, Richard and Bianca Dupont in Paxton. We enjoyed fun times by the pool; BBQing, playing outdoor games and just spending quality time with friends and family. I remember your family being very kind and warm-hearted. My husband, children and I send sincere condolences and are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you. Tina Anderson
Bobbie Chase
April 7, 2019
My husband and I send our sympathy to his family whom we knew at Temple Sinai. I especially send concern to his daughter Brooke whom I knew at Wachusett Regional HS.
Bobbie Chase
April 7, 2019
Our sympathy to the Yules family. We remember him, Lila, and the kids from Temple Sinai. I especially remember Brooke who went to Wachusett Regional HS
Bianca duPont
April 7, 2019
To The Yules Family ---
I was sad to learn today of Dick's passing.
My late husband, Dick, and I enjoyed many years of friendship with Dick and Lila.
It was always an adventure with the four of us; whether taking them with us on duPont Airlines to Florida, or impromptu pop- ins for supper, which always ended in the two guys and "dueling guitars", or that trip to the Cape for the fab airshow!
Not to mention trying to hit a little white ball around in Florida and hoping it hadn't become a snack for a gator or snake!
Richard leaves a legacy of many accomplishments and awards and will be remembered and greatly missed.
Love and Prayers to
Lila, Branch, Dawn, Brooke and Family.
Bianca
Matt Dupont
April 7, 2019
So sorry to hear of your loss. I remember Dr. Yules fondly as a great friend of my father, Richard Dupont. I'll never forget all the parties at the house in Paxton, the flight with my father to pick me up at Camp Lejeune and his support of my military service. My wife Jennifer, daughter Madeline and I have you in our thoughts and prayers.
JOHN SPRUNG
April 7, 2019
Dick was an extraordinary person, a man devoted to national and community service. As a friend to my late wife and me, Dick was a man of ready wit and compassion. As a fellow folk-music enthusiast, Dick was a great guy to swap a song with. He will live on in the memory of his lovely wife, Lila, his children, grandchildren, and friends.
April 7, 2019
My sincere sympathy, Marshall Chervin
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