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RICHARD OMOHUNDRO Obituary
Dick lived his life with love, a spirit to serve, and a will to succeed. Dick was a 1963 graduate of the US Naval Academy and earned his MBA in 1969 at the University of Virginia Business School, graduating at the top of his class from both.
Dick was coxswain of the undefeated Navy Plebe crew shell that competed in the finals of the US Olympic trials in 1960. During his four years at the Academy, he was coxswain of the "first boat." He went on to help establish the Navy Masters Crew Team. For many years, he rowed in the Head of the Charles Regatta, in Boston, Massachusetts.
Dick's business career was largely in financial investments. After 10 years with Merrill Lynch, he formed his first company, Prospect St. Investment Management, dedicated to managing Closed End mutual funds with world-wide investors. Additional companies that Dick created invested in floating-rate debt instruments with a similar investor profile. Dick was known for his high ethical standards and for refusing to participate in questionable financial transactions.
Dick was dedicated to service on behalf of the poor, the addicted and the thirsty. He applied his business acumen to numerous Christian-based organizations, notably Teen Challenge, a drug rehabilitation program, where he served for many years including as the Chairman of the Board of Directors.
As if this wasn't enough to keep him busy, he learned to fly, and he built two homes, one on an island in Maine and one in the British Virgin Islands.
Dick was a faithful Christian and student of the Bible, devoted to his family and friends, and generously serving others.
Besides his legacy of accomplishments, Dick leaves behind a wealth of stories and anecdotes that will be told and retold with laughter by all who knew and loved him.
Donations in Dick's name can be made to Teen Challenge (TCNewEngland.org). The mailing address is 1315 Main St., Brockton, MA 02301.
Service was held in St.Mary Magdaeine Episcopal Church, Bradenton, FL.
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John Barry
June 14, 2022
Ann, with love.
John and Daria
Suzi Schriber Swanson
January 7, 2022
Ann - my Christmas card to you was returned, so I searched online for your and Dick´s names. I was so, so sorry to learn of Dick´s passing. My sincerest condolences to you. I would love to keep in touch with you, so if you get this message, please contact me if you would like. My email is [email protected]. Sending love and hugs, Suzi
Sheila (Whalin) Thompson
February 24, 2021
Ann, I started thinking about you today and googled your last name. I was so sad to read Dick’s obituary. We last saw each other at our wedding September 2, 1967. My husband, Dick, died April 30, 2016 very suddenly and even after 5 years I’m still adjusting. Would love to catch up; I’ll be in Gulfport March 20-27 next month. My cell is 301-788-6592. Peace
Lin Dawson
September 27, 2020
I met Dick while playing for the New England Patriots. Our paths crossed because of ministry. He loved Tenn Challenge and asked me to join the board. I did as long as I was in New England.
This morning, Dick came across my mind. I am sorry to know that he passed. I am even more disappointed that I did not keep up with him after leaving Boston.
"Men are alike in our promises. It is our deeds that make us different" Moliere.
Dick was so a man of integrity.
Grace and peace to the family,
Lin Dawson
New England Patriots 1981 - 1990
Jim Lynch
June 14, 2020
We (members of the W-L crew team) were thinking about Richard at our class reunion last Fall.
Michael Omohundro
May 28, 2020
A great brother, guide, mentor, and example to me, his little brother, and a devoted son to our parents. Beth, our sister, and I are still grieving our loss. We arrived at his bedside just minutes after he took his last breath on earth, and as he took his first breaths in Heaven. We sang to him, and told him some stories of his and our childhood as we held his hands. Beth heard him chuckle at a few of our comments in her minds ear. We know that our Redeemer lives, and look forward to hugging Him and Richard in a joyous reunion someday!
December 2, 2019
Ann, my sincerest condolences. My son Matthew just sent this to me.
I will always
have the fondest memories of Dick.
Jim Lynch
October 26, 2019
Have such great memories of Richard ("Omo" was his high school nickname). We were members of the crew team in high school. He was the cox of our national championship 8-oared shell. Just a great teammate!
Charles Farnham
August 13, 2019
Sincerest regrets to hear that Dick has departed --way to soon for someone of his capabilities, accomplishments and character. As a Naval officer and all-round human being "no one did it better"
Susan Dixon
June 22, 2019
Dear Ann, I am so sorry to hear that you lost Dick. I will be forever grateful to you both for being such good friends to my mother Pat. I am sending hugs to you now in return for your many kindnesses to her.
Know that Dick's character and positive influence will be felt for generations to come. I will always keep you and Dick in my heart. Susan Loyd Dixon
Pamela Brock
June 21, 2019
Dear Ann & Paul ~
I am so sorry to learn of the loss of your beloved husband and father. I loved his pride in all he accomplished and all he set out to do. His deep faith and thorough understanding of the Bible were memorable. His devotion to family was clear & ever present. his rowing, his care of the property, I could go on!
My sincere condolences.
w/ love, Pam
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