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1930
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2020
Richard Tandy Obituary
Richard is survived by Lois, his loving wife of sixty-seven years, his sons James (Connie, deceased) and Jack (Kim). Richard loved his large extended family including his eight grandchildren Jamie Daming (Ryan), Jordan Tandy (Ashley), Joshua Tandy (Heidy), Luke Tandy (Kathleen), Oliver Brooks (Sarah), Abby O'Connor (Nicholas), Jacob Tandy (Lisa), and Nathan Tandy (Linh). He is also survived by fifteen great-grandchildren.
Richard was a devoted servant of God, being very involved in area churches such as Englewood Christian Church, Buck Creek Christian Church, and Indian Creek Christian Church. He was an elder at each church.
Richard was a United States Navy veteran and retired from Naval Avionics in Indianapolis.
Richard was born to Thomas and Edith (Couch) Tandy in Milton, Kentucky on April 25, 1930 and was very proud of his Kentucky roots. He was the youngest of seven children, all who predeceased him. Richard loved family, gardening, and sports especially basketball. Richard's family wishes to express their appreciation to Dr. David Vickery and all his caregivers at Magnolia Springs Southpointe.
Private services for immediate family will be held at Flanner Buchanan - Memorial Park. The service will be streamed at https://youtu.be/0obJ6k11dHk at 10:30 AM on Saturday, May 2. A celebration of life will be scheduled at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Movement Church at www.movementnky.com or by sending contributions to Movement Church, 415 E. 8th Street, Newport, KY 41071.To leave a memory for the family visit FlannerBuchanan.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Tandy
Marilyn Hollander
April 25, 2023
Uncle Dick was a most special man. My husband Gene and I will cherish his memory the rest of our lives.
Gene appreciates Dick's many personal kindnesses and wishes he could have had more time with him, as well as to have known all four wonderful brothers of my mother, Elizabeth.
Uncle Dick especially inspired me with his devotion to living according to God's Love, as he understood that to be, and also with his passion for gardening.
We send our love to Aunt Lois and all the family.
Marilyn Hollander
April 25, 2023
Uncle Dick was a most special man. My husband Gene and I will cherish his memory the rest of our lives.
Gene appreciates Dick's many personal kindnesses and just wishes he could have had more time with him, as well as to have known all four wonderful brothers of my mother, Elizabeth.
Uncle Dick especially inspired me with his devotion to living according to God's Love, as he understood that to be, and also with his passion for gardening.
Gene and I send our love to Aunt Lois and all the family.
Dave Miller
April 30, 2020
Well done good and faithful servant..Dave and I can hear Christs words as He welcomes Dick home.
Becky Gorman
April 30, 2020
Dick was such a wonderful man of God. Always kind and helpful. He is no doubt, with Jesus! Our condolences, Lois!
April 30, 2020
Mr Tandy was kind, generous, God fearing man. He taught with his actions.I was so blessed to have him in my life. Until we meet again!❤
David
April 29, 2020
Dock Tandy was one of the most kind and Christ like gentle man, I have ever known. His example is one to be followed. I pray God's peace , strength, and comfort for Lois and all his family.
Sherry McDonald
April 29, 2020
Dick was such an important part of our church
family for many years - such a faithful man. May God bless you during this time of sorrow.
David Boyer
April 29, 2020
Dick was part of the eldership of Indian Creek Christian Church when I came on board in 1998. He was a man of God, firm in his faith, and resolutely committed to the Word. And he loved people. He and Lois served Jesus faithfully for years, using the gifts God gave them to build up the Church. God bless the Tandy family during this difficult time of temporary separation.
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