Richard Shaver Obituary
Richard Glen Shaver, age 74, of Pass Christian, passed away on February 4, 2008 in Gulfport.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Glenn C. Shaver and Georgia Shaver; and his brother, Rex D. Shaver.
Mr. Shaver is survived by his wife of 49 years, Barbara Shaver of Pass Christian; his children, James Shaver and Donna Mullis, both of North Carolina, and Lynda Hancock and her husband, Scott, of Pass Christian; a brother, Thomas W. Shaver and his wife, Betty, of Maryland; and four grandchildren, Ashley Shaver, Hannah Hancock, Eric Mullis, and Bryce Hancock.
Born in Boise, Idaho, Mr. Shaver retired from the U.S. Naval Oceanographic Office in 1988 after 37 years. He enjoyed serving as a greeter at Wal-Mart in Pass Christian during his retirement.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 9, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. at the RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 19130 Commission Rd., Long Beach, where friends may call from 2:00 p.m. until service time.
An online obituary may be viewed and signed at www.riemannfamily.com.
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Tammy (Babin) Bridenbeck
February 8, 2008
Ms. Barbara, James, Donna, and Lynda,
I always remember your dad's fun sense of humor. Sorry for your loss.
BOB &PHYLLIS FITZGERALD
February 7, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Debbie Cogley
February 7, 2008
Linda,
I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was such a sweet man that loved his family dearly! My thoughts and prayer's are with you during this difficult time.
Vicki Falks
February 7, 2008
Lynda and family,
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. He was such a nice person and will always be remembered with a smile.
Harry, Vicki, Montanna & Lauren Falks
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The Staff of Riemann Family Funeral Homes
February 7, 2008
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Donna (Buley) Esperance
February 7, 2008
Lynda and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. You are all in my prayers.
clay justice
February 6, 2008
Donna,
sorry to hear about your dad.I went through it about 8 years ago.He must have loved you,He tried to keep us from getting you in trouble!Wish I could hurt for you.
Clay Justice
Donna Hailey
February 6, 2008
Donna and Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your father. I think of you often.Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Donna Flesher Hailey
Tammy (Babin) Bridenbeck
February 6, 2008
Ms. Barbara, James, Donna, and Lynda, I never forgot your Dad's sense of humor. I always thought he was both nice and funny!
So sorry for your loss.
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