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Richard E. Gresham
1939 - 2007
Richard E. Gresham
1939 - 2007
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BORN
1939
DIED
2007
Richard Gresham Obituary
Mr. Gresham was born June 9, 1939, in Hamburg, Iowa, the son of Joseph and Estina (Winder) Gresham. He was a 1957 graduate of Benton High School.
Richard was a member of Carnegie Baptist Church and worked for many years at Mead Products in the shipping department before his retirement in 2001.
Preceding him in death were his parents; and two sisters, Jean Ann Gresham and Donna Smith.
Survivors include his wife, Joyce Gresham of the home; daughter, Kim James, and husband, Kevin, St. Joseph; son, Kraig Gresham, and wife, Dana, St. Joseph; seven grandchildren, Kyle, Kandi, Kylee, Cole, Kyndell, Seth and Alec; great-grandson, Kaden; brother, Rick Winder, and wife, Jackie, Easton, Mo.; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Richard enjoyed his grandchildren's sporting events, and was an avid hunter and fisherman.
Service: 11 a.m. Monday, at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel, St. Joseph. Interment: Blakely Cemetery, Easton. Visitation: begins after 9 a.m. Sunday, at the chapel, where the family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday.
The family suggests memorial contributions to Carnegie Baptist Church or Hands of Hope Hospice.
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Becky silvey
September 27, 2007
Gary and I were very sorry to hear that Richard had passed away.Our hearts go out to you. Becky and Gary Siley
Debbie Slater
September 17, 2007
So sorry to hear of the passing of Richard, your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Cherish the memories..I can see the resemblence of my father Lloyd in the photo.
My mother Helen Gresham also asked me to extend her deepest sympathy to you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Cecil Gresham
September 17, 2007
To Richard Gresham family: Sorry to hear about Richard's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers and we'll continue to remember you. Lloyd Gresham was my dad.
Charlene Gresham/Albright
September 17, 2007
Sorry to hear of your loss. I would like to express my sympathy to you. Richard is a cousin on my father's side.
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Lisa Barber Larsen
September 17, 2007
Joyce, I have always remembered him as the coach of the girls church softball team. Richard, thanks for great memories of a great game. Prayers to you and your family.
Marlene Bonney
September 16, 2007
To the family of Richard Gresham.
So sorry to hear of the death of Richard who is my cousin on my Dad's side. Even though we weren't close due to miles apart cousins are cousins and I am saddened by a loss of a family member.
Daughter of Helen and Lloyd Gresahm
Mary Gresham Hoegh
September 16, 2007
Richard is my cousin and I am sadden to hear of his passing. I wish to extend my sympathy to your family.
Annette Ross
September 16, 2007
Joyce, I'm so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers, may God bless.....Annette Cooper Ross
Jerry Kellam
September 15, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jerry Kellam
September 15, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
tracie stevenson
September 15, 2007
So sorry for your lose Richard will be missed very much you both have been a part of my life since I was very small you both made me feel like family I know hes in a better place.Love to you all I am here if you need anything at all. Love Tracie
Scott Link
September 15, 2007
Joyce, we are so sorry for your loss. I remember Richard, the nights when I would spend the night back in high school, as being a caring man with a great sense of humor. Those were memorable times. He was a good man and will be truly missed. You and your family are in our prayers. God Bless You.
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