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Richard Dodge Obituary
Richard Elmer Dodge of Mesa, Arizona passed away peacefully on January 22, 2011 at the age of 75. Richard was born in Peterborough, New Hampshire on February 4, 1935 to Elmer and Helen Dodge. He is preceded in death by his wife Donna and son Dan. He leaves behind three daughters, Laureen (Dodge) German of Illinois, Jacqueline Dodge of New Hampshire, and Beth Dodge of Arizona. He also leaves behind one brother, David Dodge, 4 grandchildren and many friends. Richard will be missed greatly by all who new him. Services for Richard will be held at a later date. He will be laid to rest with his wife Donna in New Hampshire. Arrangements entrusted to Melcher Mortuary Chapel of the Roses 43 S. Stapley Dr. Mesa, Arizona 85204 (480)964-4537 www.melcherchapelofroses.com
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David Dodge
January 29, 2011
Well Brother... no more phone calls. I will have to laugh to myself when I think of some of the things you had happen in your life and some of those crazy times we spent together. Just remember when we meet again not to listen to me when I say "just back up a little more." Honest..I didn't see that truck coming. Anyway he missed you. I Love You Brother and always will. See you again one day.
January 29, 2011
Heartfelt thoughts to the Dodge Family on the loss of your Dad. He was truly loved. God's Peace, Margaret (Wallace) Davis
Laureen German
January 29, 2011
My favorite memory of you Dad ... It was the blizzard of '78. A ton of snow on the porch roof. You went up to shovel it off and Mom told us kids, "Let me know when you Dad comes down off the roof so I can pour him some hot coffee." A short time later he fell off the roof in full view of the livingroom window. There was a large "Whoomph" sound as he landed. My brother Danny looked out the window and yelled ... " Mom, Dad's down off the roof !" I do believe it was my sister Beth who, as she watched him flail around to get up, said " Oh and look ... He's making snow angels."
LMOF.. Love you Dad. Thanks for so many smiles.
Kathy Doucette
January 27, 2011
To my cousins I wrote this for you.
I think of you today
As I do everyday
Are your eyes really full
Because it was time for me to go?
Weep not for me
For as for me I can see
I now know the beauty of what is to be
And I will wait for you to come
To share in the love and the fun
But not until you have lived
I mean really lived
Like I did
And love the way I loved
I mean really love
Like I was
Your mother, Danny and I
We will wait for you to come
When it is all said and done
To share in the beauty
To share in the love
Of heaven above
I love you Uncle Dick, say hi to Dad for me.
Kathy Doucette
January 27, 2011
To my cousins Beth, Laureen and Jacqui, I wrote this for you.
I think of you today
As I do everyday
Are your eyes really full
Because it was time for me to go?
Weep not for me
For as for me I can see
I now know the beauty of what is to be
And I will wait for you to come
To share in the love and the fun
But not until you have lived
I mean really lived
Like I did
And love the way I loved
I mean really love
Like I was
Your mother, Danny and I
We will wait for you to come
When it is all said and done
To share in the beauty
To share in the love
Of heaven above
I loved your dad and I love you too.
Mary K Powers
January 26, 2011
Richard, you are at home now with our father. May you rest in peace with your loves ones up there with you. Keep the angels down here to watch over Beth, Tyler and Dylan. I'm glad I had the opportunity to know you. You will be missed by many.
Beth's wedding Day. Dad looks so happy.
Laureen German
January 26, 2011
Beth Dodge
January 26, 2011
I had the privelage to care for my father since my mother passed away. I'm so happy he was finally able to cross over & be with all his family that preceded him in death, & at the same time I'm so sad my Dad isn't here with me anymore. Anyone who knew him, I would love to hear any memories you have of him.
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