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Richard Soto Obituary
Ricky was born March 24, 1972, at North Platte to Richard Daniel and Jennie Lynn Saldivar Soto. He grew up and attended school in North Platte, Denver, Omaha and Orlando, Fla., graduating in 1990. He returned to North Platte and worked at various jobs.
He married Gloria Decent and they had two sons. Ricky and Gloria later divorced. For the last several years he was employed with Railcreek Express as a dispatcher, a job that he loved. This past year Ricky's health began to decline.
Ricky loved to be with and care for his children. He enjoyed listening to music, watching movies and playing pool.
Survivors include his two sons, Dakota Decent and Brendon Soto, both of North Platte; his parents, Richard Soto Sr. of North Platte and Jennie Morgenthaler of Omaha; a brother, Dave Soto of Omaha; a sister, Rachel Soto of Omaha; a nephew, Faisaun Germany Jr. of Omaha; and several aunts, uncles, cousins and other family.
He was preceded in death by his stepfather, Bill Morgenthaler; grandmothers, Erma Soto and Frances Saldivar; grandfather, Jesse Soto; and an uncle, Jimmy Soto.
A memorial has been established for his sons. Condolences may be shared at www.odeanchapel.com.
Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2008, at Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore with Pastor Dwane Johnson of the Riverside Baptist Church officiating. Private inurnment will be in the Riverview Cemetery in Sutherland. Cremation was chosen.
Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore is in charge.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Soto
Matt Brown
August 18, 2008
Ricky was one of the most caring and honest people that I have ever known. Just knowing Ricky has probably made many of us that have spent time with him better people. My thoughts go out to the family, and Ricky, You will be missed my friend.
Bert (Cunningham) Leaverton
August 18, 2008
Richard Sr. & families.....
I was sorry to hear of the loss of your son...keep the faith and cherish the memories.
Sincerely,
jason skala
August 17, 2008
My love and thoughts will be with Ricky and his family. I am at a loss for words, I'm still in shock. I know he will be missed by so many people. I will hold his memory closely to my heart. I will miss you Ricky.
Jessica Lawrence (Perez) & Family
August 17, 2008
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We are very sorry for your loss.
SERENA SHERMAN
August 17, 2008
I WILL NEVER FORGET THE THINGS WE SHARED; FROM A COMFORTING CONVERSATION, A SHOULDER TO LEAN ON, OR ALL THE TEARS WE SHED LAUGHING TOGETHER!! I COULD TALK ALL DAY ABOUT THE TIMES WE SPENT TOGETHER!! I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU, AND I AM SO GLAD TO HAVE HAD YOU IN MY LIFE. I LOVE YOU TODAY, TOMORROW AND FOREVER. THIS IS NOT GOODBYE RICKY, IT'S, SEE YOU LATER.
LOVE ALWAYS,
SERENA
August 17, 2008
I WILL NEVER FORGET THE THINGS WE SHARED, FROM A COMFORTING CONVERSATION, A SHOULDER TO LEAN ON, OR ALL THE TEARS WE'VE SHED LAUGHING TOGETHER!! WE HAD A CONNECTION THAT CAN NEVER BE REPLACED. I WILL MISS YOU AND LOVE TODAY AND TOMORROW. THIS IS NOT GOODBYE RICKY, IT'S, I'LL SEE YOU LATER. LOVE ALWAYS, AND FOREVER.
SERENA
frances mcintosh
August 17, 2008
I missed you when I quit working out there at Railcrew. I will miss you forever now. Loved hanging with you and making work fun. God Bless your children and may you forever watch over them from above.
Terri and Shelby Cain Michael, Shelbee and Justin Duca
August 17, 2008
We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
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