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Richard Dietrich Obituary

RICHARD MELVIN DIETRICH Born April 29, 1928 in Cleveland, Ohio. Passed away June 24, 2003 in Canoga Park, California. He is survived by his lovi ng wife of 50 years, Frances Dietrich; loving children, Richard M. Dietrich II, Cynthia Monaco and David B. Dietrich; and grandchildren, Richard III, Danielle, Kristen, Corey, Bradley, Allyson and Ian. Viewing and Visitation will be held on Friday, June 27, 2003, 11:00 and 12:30 p.m., at Gates Kingsley Gates Praiswater Mortuary with Graveside Service to follow at 1:00 p.m., at Oakwood Memorial Park, Chatsworth. Entrusted to the care of Gates Kingsley & Gates Praiswater Canoga Park Directors (818) 348-3354

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Published by Los Angeles Daily News on Jun. 27, 2003.

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Joyce Craig

July 20, 2003

We are so sorry to hear about Dick. My favorite memory is the time we all spent in Las Vegas. That was probably the most time we have all been together since school. Am glad you were able to be here for our 50th reunion.

Harold and Joyce Craig

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