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BORN
1930
DIED
2018
William Huser Obituary
At age 16, he had a calling, the ministry. He graduated from Oklahoma City University and Southern Methodist University, where he majored in Theology. He left Holdenville to start a church in Monterey, California where he preached for several years before tackling many other professions and places.
Many are familiar with his book, Confessions of A Sinister Minister, where Dick tells of his journeys as a student, pastor, life insurance salesman, regional manager, bartender, coffee vendor, business owner, national seminar speaker, and professional journal contributor, before going back in to the church as a minister in Georgetown and Lincoln California. His studies, careers in Calif. and travels to Europe provided unexpected and strange experiences to share, these were the ""confessions"" of his spiritual journey. Dick was a great storyteller.
Dick loved his family and credited his beloved wife Arlene for being his guiding force, as her encouragement helped him complete his book. His four sons Mark, Stan, Dan and Damon for giving him insight and revelations he hadn't seen. He jokes they were more ""reality"" than he could always cope with, but he wouldn't have changed a moment of their adventures for another pathway. He states his grandchildren have also helped make life worth living and brought hours of delight and warmth beyond their understanding or imagination.
Dick is survived by his beloved wife Arlene M. Huser, children Mark, Stanley (wife Karen), Daniel (wife Shelli), Damon (his love Sheila); seven grandchildren, William, Natalie (husband Aric), Cherie (husband Scott), Miles, Marcia, Levi & Addison; three great-grandchildren, Gabrielle, Ayla & Jane.
A celebration of Life will be Saturday, Oct. 27 10 am at Turkey Creek in Lincoln, Calif.
Memories and Condolences
for William Huser
29 Entries
Char Thomson
October 21, 2018
You were a shining light in all that you did. Such joyful memories of your humor. God will love your stories. Kiwanis will miss your pleasant company.
Terry and Kathy Dorsey
October 20, 2018
For some reason, our names were omitted from our October 19 post begining "It's taken.." Our apologies.
October 19, 2018
It's taken us 10 days to come to terms with Dick's death. He was such a force of nature that it's difficult to imagine life without him. Brilliant writer, raconteur, bon vivant and master of the double entendre are just several of the adjectives that come to mind but none seem due him justice. Dick leaves behind more than a trail of fond memories, he a leaves well worn road on which we were delighted to rides with him on part of his great journey. We will miss the many happy times with Dick and Arlene over brunch at McCormick's and who could ever forget their annual Holiday "Doins", anniversary and birthday parties? We are blessed to have Dick and Arlene in our lives. Thank you.
Tiara Howarth
October 14, 2018
Dick, you will be deeply missed. I loved our conversations, your stories, your written word, your laugh, and your quick wit. Until we meet again my friend.
October 13, 2018
Dear Arlene, we still think of both of you w/fondness and know you will miss Dick. He was such a good minister and story teller. Our best to you, The Petersen's previously of Georgetown now of Colorado Springs.
Sherry Lee
October 12, 2018
Arlene and family,
I am so sorry for your loss.
May peace be with you.
Logan Wilson
October 11, 2018
I too, will miss this sinister minister. I too, was born in Oklahoma. I too was a Methodist, growing up within a country church in the wildwood. Also, enjoyed his stories in the newspaper. Dick, you will be missed and not forgotten.
Annie Combs-Brookes
October 10, 2018
We give deep thanks for this delightful, irrepressible spirit that touched us all with his merry pranks! Our hearts are very much with Arlene and the family. Dick leaves a lasting legacy indeed! Sent with much love.
Betty Hardin
October 10, 2018
Dear Richard! He was one of our close Seminary Brothers! We had many close times together and he was always at the heart of the laughter! My husband Hugh Hardin died several years ago and Richard and Arlene have been very supportive. Richard and I were the last of large families and I always felt we understood each other. May
God bless him and keep him. And love to all the children and especially Arlene. Love, Betty Hardin
J W
October 9, 2018
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Amy Ziegler
October 9, 2018
I will miss you my friend!!
Tony Johnisee
October 8, 2018
Richard was my first minister as an adult and performed my wedding, forever grateful for his humor, kind words, jokes, and straight talk when you need it. Thank you for everything.
Marlys Frye
October 8, 2018
I shall miss that infectious laugh and jokes and of your humor. Always a pleasure to be near,pleasant journey my friend may you light up the heavens
Donna Judah
October 7, 2018
He was my friend, my laughing partner, my marriage "go to"preacher. He had Arlene as a light and inspiration. We will miss him terribly. Hold a place at the table Dick.
October 7, 2018
Dick will forever be in my heart and we will meet again at Jesus feet.
Tati Johnisee
Linda Inks
October 7, 2018
Uncle Richard was surely a light in the lives of many, including mine. I shall always be grateful for that light, for his love and support, and for his great sense of humor.
Richard and Arlene, the love of his life, always had their hearts and arms open to enhance someone else's life. He was so proud of his sons and often spoke of them and their children over the years.
I shall miss him--miss hearing his "Hello Darling" greeting when we talked by phone, and now picture him with his parents, brothers and his sister, my mother, in joyful reunion, sharing that famous Huser laugh.
Our thoughts and prayers are with sweet Arlene, our cousins and their families.
With love from Linda, Jack and Miles
Kevin Smith
October 7, 2018
To the spirit of my wonderful , inspirational friend who was a wordsmith par excellence. Your garrulous good friend will miss the good-natured bantering and the care with which you nurtured relationships. Your passing leaves a monstrous hole in our lives. Rest in peace---I love ya' man!!
Paul Jessen
October 6, 2018
What a gentle, kind, and beautiful soul. You will be missed!
Buddy & Carolyn Hubbert
October 6, 2018
We are very sorry to hear of his passing. I remember reading and enjoying his book several years ago. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Huser family in this time of loss.
Christy Auld
October 6, 2018
Dick will forever be in my memory as a supreme humorist, poet & lyricist; all of which he shared with us so joyfully as a Kiwanis Member.
Marianne Smith
October 6, 2018
Dear Richard,
You will be greatly missed and I will never forget the friendship, laughter and memories.
Rest In Peace dear friend,
Marianne
Margaret McIntyre
October 6, 2018
I had the privilege of knowing Dick as pastor and friend at Georgetown UMC. Brilliant mind, fabulous story teller, cherished friend. We shared a lot of laughs and accomplished some good things together for the church. My sincere sympathy to Arlene and the family.
Lee Ellen Huser Brown
October 6, 2018
I will miss Uncle Richard! He always had a smile on his face and love in his heart for my family and me. He and Arlene made me feel welcomed and loved. I will miss him!
Dyann Branch
October 5, 2018
This man was always larger than life to me and in my heart he is still guiding us on the path that will eventually lead us back to him! He was a director, producer, author, and comedian in this play we know as life! Even as I know he has gone to be with his Savior, I can't help but feel that he is still here, available for advice and those words of wisdom he was so well known for. Godspeed dear Dick, and May you finally Rest In Peace. Our love to Arlene, Dyann & Ted
Michele Huser
October 5, 2018
I can't say enough good thigs about my Uncle Dick. I've enjoyed a special relationship with Dick and Arlene for many years. He touched the lives of many. I will forever hold him in my heart.
Mike & Kay Hensley
October 5, 2018
Richard will be forever in our hearts.
Karen Wikler (Hiemke)
October 4, 2018
He was such a great part of my growing years. His infectious smile is forever imprinted in my heart. Knowing him made me a better person. He will not be forgotten.
October 4, 2018
Will miss Uncle Richard! Always full of fun and laughter!! He was a great brother to my dad and wonderful uncle to LeeEllen and me!! Diana Huser Edmonson
Valerie Higgs
October 4, 2018
I have many happy memories of delightful times spent with Dick and Arlene. He was a great guy.
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