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Richard Trethewey passed away Monday, December 14, 2009 in Ft. Myers Beach, Florida. Richard was 74 years of age. He is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Patricia Trethewey. He will be forever missed by his two surviving children, Sheri (Tommy) Mitchell and Cynthia Trethewey; three grandchildren, Damon (Sharalyn) Peterson, Robert (Jacquelyn) Peterson, and Nicole Peterson (Anthony Spain); along with two nephews, Carl (Linda) and Darrin (Mary) DePaul; and a niece, Joy (Carmelo) Gomez. Richard was preceded in death by his son, Richard A. Trethewey; and sister, Marlene (Bob) DePaul. Richard was a long standing Portage Indiana businessman, and a Life Member of the Northwest Masonic Lodge. He was a frequent sponsor who was well known by his friends and loved ones as Dick T. and will be dearly missed. There will be a memorial service held in his behalf in the spring of 2010, the details will be published at that time.
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Sally S.
August 2, 2010
I practically grew up at the Trethewey home. I always remember Rich laughing and smiling and singing "I never promised you a rose garden." May you live in the Rose Garden of Heaven forever Richard.
Sharalyn Peterson
January 7, 2010
Richard Trethewey was one of the greatest men I have ever known. I will miss you grandpa, rest in peace.
kasi kitchen-culpepper
December 26, 2009
Dick was a great and honest man. I will miss him dearly. I know hes with the great ones. He changed so many lives. My sympathy to you all.
Sally Peterson
December 25, 2009
Dick was a BIG part of my early recovery. He will be truely missed, but never truely gone. I will always remember him pumping his fists like ROCKY and his hugs. May GOD comfort you in this time of sorrow. Sally and John Peterson
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edward peterson
December 23, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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