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Richard Fagan Obituary
Highland, IL
Surrounded by family Richard "Dick" Fagan went to be with our Lord on February 23rd 2015 after a brief illness. Dick was born on the 20th of Oct 1926 in Des Moines, Iowa; the second child of James and Ruth Fagan. Dick graduated from Roosevelt High School in Jan 1945 two years later he met the love of his life Jean Wallace and were married in 1947. Dick had a full life and was a proud American devoting his life to public service. He joined the Army in Feb 1945 and served in the south pacific theater of operations at the end of WWII. After his service in the Army he remained a civilian until he again felt the call of public duty and in 1950 joined the 132nd Tactical Fighter Wing, Iowa Air National Guard. He completed 30 plus years of service with the guard achieving the rank of CMSgt, and was a full time air technician. With his last three years of military service he accepted an active duty position with the National Guard Bureau in the Panama Canal Zone, acting as the guard liaison between the active duty and guard in support of Operation "Coronet Cove". His leisure time was spent with his family playing golf, bowling, and fishing. His retirement years were spent tinkering around the house and enjoying his grandchildren. Dick will be missed by all. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the "Wounded Warrior Project". Funeral service will be held at Forest Park East in Webster, TX.
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Michael&Amy Fagan
November 1, 2015
Thinking of you on All Saints day.
Darwin Smith
February 28, 2015
I enjoyed working with Dick at the 132 d fw. He was a great mentor and friend. God bless his family.
Darlene Shrader Terpening
February 27, 2015
Julie, I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. I have such fond memories of growing up with you and your family. I know you miss him and your mom so much. My prayers are with you at this time.
Alison Pickard
February 27, 2015
Grandpa you were the best grandpa anyone could ever have. You taught me to work hard and do your best and everything else will fall into place...you taught me the meaning of family. I remember when I had a history class in elementary school and the teacher asked for volunteers to come talk to my class about ww 2 you stood up in front of my class and told them what you experienced . You are my hero and will be forever in my heart. I can only imagine your first embrace with Grandma...
Harry Owen, Brig Gen (ret)
February 27, 2015
A true patriot and a trusted advisor.
Julie and Cindy Burgess
February 27, 2015
I am forever changed. Life will never be the same. I miss you and mom. Fly high dad.
Virginia Wallace
February 26, 2015
You, Jean, Bob and I had some great times together, pitch games included. Memories that will go on.
Nancy Gulick
February 25, 2015
Love you Uncle Dick. Thank you for teaching me how to fish....
Tim & Sharon Grasshoff
February 24, 2015
May God grant Mike, Amy and the entire Fagan and Behne family comfort and strength to cope with your loss. Your dad is now at peace and reunited with your mom. Family is special ... please know Tim and I are praying for you.
Julie and Cindy Burgess
February 24, 2015
I miss you more than I can express. Life was not always easy but you taught me the value of family. I love you dad....
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