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Richard E. Shope Sr

1937 - 2014

Richard E. Shope Sr

1937 - 2014

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BORN

1937

DIED

2014

Richard Shope Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 8, 2014.

Age 77 of West Carrollton, OH passed away on Sunday, September 7, 2014 at the Laurels of West Carrollton. He was born on July 23, 1937 in Springfield, Ohio to the late, Earl and Marie (Bettis) Shope. Also preceding him in death, his wife of 34 years, Alice (Parker) Shope; daughter, Susie Shope; son, Rick Shope and grandson, Justin Osterfeld. He is survived by his daughters, Marsha Miller and Dee (Dan) Osterfeld; grandchildren, Jason and Nicole Miller, Allison and Mike Osterfeld, Jennifer, Jessica and Jaqueline Shope; great-grandson, Wesley Miller and brother, Tom Shope. Richard served in the US Air Force. Services will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of Miami Valley, 46 North Detroit St., Suite # B, Xenia, Ohio 45385, in memory of Richard. Personal condolences may be left for his family by visiting www.gebhartschmidtparramore.com.

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September 11, 2014

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September 11, 2014

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Patti Swisher

September 11, 2014

Dee...I am sorry to hear about your father's passing. My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family...Patti

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Chuck Crosby

September 11, 2014

Dee,

My condolences to you and your family regarding the loss of your dad. Praying for peace for your loved ones during this difficult time.

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