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Richard RIFFE Obituary
63, of Springfield, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November, 2, 2022, following a long battle with cancer. Rick worked as a diesel mechanic at Springfield Truck Center for 41 years. Rick shared his love of auto racing with his brother and his father, developed many close relationships while riding his Harley, and enjoyed spending time at the log cabin at Indian Lake. Survivors include his wife, Sandy (Allen) and her daughter, Cassie, both of Beavercreek; sister, Cindi and Mike Duffy and their children, Ryan (Sarah), Cara (Eli) and Mark and a brother, Michael and Denise Riffe and their children Colin and Carmen and his mother-in-law, Jean Allen. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert E. "Bob" and Alice E. (Bailey) Riffe and several aunts and uncles. Visitation will be held on Monday, November 7th, starting at 4 P.M in the CONROY FUNERAL HOME with funeral services immediately following starting at 6 P.M. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Hospice of Dayton.
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Zackari Carper
January 17, 2023
Rick was our neighbor for many years. Many long chats after mowing the grass. My dad Rick would have Rick n Rick conversations for hours over the fence line. He was always in his garage enjoying a beverage watching TV and working on his Harley Davidson. I ended up moving away for a many years and visited him after I bought my first motorcycle. I pulled up in his driveway on my motorcycle after many years of not seeing or talking to him. He was still in his garage enjoying himself next to his Harley. Just like the good old days. He said Zack?! What the hell you been up to? Like we never missed a beat. I told him I bought my first motorcycle and he was the first guy I thought of to show it off to. He gave me some info on maintenance and shining my spokes. We had some really good times and the best conversations. I missed being your neighbor brotha. I hope you in hog heaven riding with that smile you always had. Much luv brother Rick.
David Clark
November 7, 2022
I have know Rick since Anthony Wayne. He was a good friend and we did models and Cub Scouts together. I moved to Columbus 40 years ago and got busy with life. I came back for an event and ran into Rick. We sat down and talked about old times and what we were doing. Rick was very easy to talk to and it felt like it was only last week we say each other and not 40 years. You will be missed.
Hugh Roberts
November 5, 2022
Rick and I are lifetime friends from Schaefer Jr High and from working at the "old" Shell Station on South Limestone in the late 70´s - when it had the two garage bays. I remember Rick as a person of the highest integrity and detail. We shared a lot of wrenching experiences on our cars in those days. Our futures then took different paths with Rick going to diesel school and me joining the Air Force that later led me to settling in Oklahoma City. I have a lot of good memories from our times in Springfield. It was coincidental to us that our mothers (Alice and Marie) were good friends that they stayed connected by meeting together late into their years and that provided some connection for me through those years. I am so sorry to learn of Rick´s battle with cancer and passing. Our family will keep Rick and family in our thoughts and prayers.
Hugh Roberts
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Mark Brown
November 4, 2022
Remember Rick From J B Hunt Hell of a nice guy. My Brother Joe Brown And Me knew Rick RIP Brother.
Amy Gaier
November 4, 2022
Dear Sandy we are saddened by your loss. Rick sounds like a great guy who will be dearly missed. Prayers for your continued strength and healing. - Amy G
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