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Richard Best Obituary

Richard V.N. Best, Sr.

AGE: 87 • Hixson, TN formerly of Milltown

Richard V. N. Best, Sr., 87, of Hixson, and formerly of Milltown, NJ, passed away on Friday, July 20, 2012. In this last year Dick trusted Jesus as his Savior. For by grace are you saved through faith; and that not of yourself; it is the gift of God. Not of works, lest any man should boast. Ephesians 2: 8 & 9. Dick was born in New Brunswick, New Jersey and grew up in Highland Park, New Jersey. He was a graduate of Highland Park High School and the 1950 class of Rutgers University where he received his Bachelors Degree in Business Administration. Dick served our country during World War in the U. S. Navy. He was a longtime resident of Milltown, New Jersey and retired from the General Adjustment Bureau. Dick was a longtime member of Christ Church in New Brunswick where he sang in the choir for 75 years. He was a member of the American Legion Post 25, in Milltown. He has been a member since 1960 of the Masonic Lodge #294 F&AM, in Milltown, where he served as secretary for 35 years. Dick and his late wife loved to travel across the United States in their Airstream Camper and was a member of the Wally Bryam Airstream Travel Club.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, Anne Pray Best; a granddaughter, Rya Cokely and his parents. Richard is survived by his children, Rick (Karen) Best, Nancy Best and Sally (Mark) Vastano; grandchildren, Rich (Kristen) Best, Carrie Best, Anna (David) Galindo, Jim (Briana) Vastano and Jenny (Robert) Conley; four great grandchildren, Gavin, Abby, Gracie and Rory; his second cousin, Hope Weidman; brother-in-law, Dr. Monroe (Marge) Pray and sister-in-law, Sara Peacock.

There will be no visitation or services held. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Richard's name to Hospice of Chattanooga, P. O. Box 19269, Chattanooga, TN 37416, www.hospiceofchattanooga.org or to a charity of your choice. Arrangements are by the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory and Florist, 5401 Highway 153, Hixson, TN 37343. Please share your thoughts and memories at www.chattanooganorthchapel.com

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Published by Home News Tribune on Jul. 22, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Best

12 Entries

July 28, 2012

Hi Rcky, Nancy and Sally, I was very sorry to learn of the death of your Dad. He was a very wonderful friend to me, along with your Mom, Anne. My late wife, Ann, very much appreciated meeting your folks in Milltown several years ago -- I will never forget your parents' hospitality and generosity over many years to me, going way back to my student days. I am thinking of all of you and your families. Love from, John
(Archdeacon John M.Robertson, 864 Danbury Rd., Kingston, Ontario, K7M6E4 Tel. 613.384.5608.) Ricky, special warm greetings to you, with great rememmbrances of years ago. I think of you often. So do the people of Kitkatla. Every blessing, John.

Frederick Fischer

July 25, 2012

Dear Family,

Dick and I sang for years in the Christ Church Choir. His addition to the choir was far more than merely his fine voice. It was always a joy to spend an evening with him.

God bless you all.

joan zukowski

July 23, 2012

Ricky, Nancy and Sally,
no words are enough to tell you what is in my heart..I know he is in heaven, I been blessed by knowing your parents and all of you..

joanne sisko

July 23, 2012

nancy, ricky and sally

your dad's memory will not only stay with you but so many especially me. rip mr best with your bride. you aree now dancing witgh angels

Ginny & David Keil

July 23, 2012

We are Christ Church, New Brunswick, choir members and sang with Dick for a number of years. He was a joyous and enthusiastic person as was Anne. We are sorry for your loss. Ginny and David Keil

Carolee Logan

July 23, 2012

So sad to hear of your Dad and Grandfather's passing...He was a wonderful man. Love and hugs to all.

Maureen Sloyan

July 22, 2012

Sally and family, all our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Alan LeFave

July 22, 2012

I'm so sorry Nancy

Doreen Eden

July 22, 2012

Nancy & Family...I did not know your Father personally, however, from what I hear he was a wonderful, loving man and a very special Father. Take comfort in knowing that you were blessed with him and he is now watching over you.

July 22, 2012

Rick. Nancy and Sally,
All my condonlences to you all and rejoice that Mom and Dad were meant to be together in God's pressence

Tony Zukowski

July 21, 2012

If ever there were a couple who could said to have been eponymously named, as we told them countless times at Christ Church Choir Dinners, events and services, it was Dick and Anne. A wonderful man, a wonderful voice and a wonderful smile, may you rest in peace. The LaPorte-Burns Family

Nancy Best

July 21, 2012

Thank you Dad for the wonderful life you provided for Mom, Rick, Sally, and me. You were truly a family man. May you be rejoicing in your new world, dancing up a storm with Mom. I will love you forever and a day.......

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