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Richard Cogar Obituary
Richard Dene Cogar, 54, went to meet his heavenly father on January 21, 2008.
He was born in Parkersburg, W. Va., the only son of the late Richard R. and Colin Petrovich, who survives him. He was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War and retired from Chrysler with 18 years of service. He was also a retired member of the Akron Big Wheels and was a member of the Lynn St. Church of Christ in Parkersburg.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 20 years, Audrey; daughter, Brandy, at home; sons, Richard L. and David Cogar, Timothy (Debbie) Mellinger and Dennis Allen; brothers, John and Brandon Petrovich; sisters, Colin (Ken) Whitacre and JoAnna (Donnie) Petrovich; grandchildren, Russell and Victoria, of Peoria, Ariz.; and many loving relatives and friends. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his step-father, Terryle Petrovich Sr. and brothers, Joseph and Terryle Jr.
The funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 24, 2008, at 3 p.m., at the Eckard Baldwin Sanctuary Chapel, 760 E. Market St., with Rev. James Carter and Rev. Vernon Sammons Jr. officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home TODAY from 4 to 7 p.m.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Cogar
Linda s Cogar
January 18, 2024
my condolences will not be forgotten
Linda Cogar
August 10, 2008
Miss you and was thinking about you today.
Audrey Cogar
August 8, 2008
I JUST WANTED TO SAY, I LOVE YOU VERY MUCH, AND MISS YOU.
Audrey Cogar
July 26, 2008
Hi, Honey just want to say that I LOVE YOU and miss you very much.hugs and kisses.
audrey cogar
July 6, 2008
hi honey, brandy said to say that she loves you, and so do i. we miss you.
audrey cogar
June 19, 2008
hi honey brandy and i miss you. we love you very much.
audrey cogar
June 1, 2008
hi honey, it is me. i miss you very much.
melissa pumphreya
April 27, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
melissa pumphrey
April 27, 2008
i just wanted to say i love you dad and thanks for always being there when noone elese cared for me you always forgave me and stood bye me i miss you alot love melissa ps no i wont get off my knees (hee hee )
melissa pumphrey
April 27, 2008
hi momma just wanted tolet you know im here 4 you and brandy anytime ilove you love melissa
Jamie Leary
March 19, 2008
Hi Audrey i am so sorry to hear about Dad i just found out about it because my dad called me and told me you stoped by and told him i wish i would of known i would of been there for you and Brandy and i know that it is hard for you and everything. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jamie,Jessie,Jordan,and Joshua
audrey cogar
March 5, 2008
hi honey, it's me just sitting here thinking about you. i miss you, i love you .your little girl says to tell you that she loves you and misses you very much daddy.
audrey cogar
February 23, 2008
honey it is me, sitting here thinking about you, i really miss you,i love you with all of my heart.
Char Guinn
February 20, 2008
Audrey, I didn't know till today 2/20. When I seen Nora. I would have been there. I am so sorry.
God Bless and Take Care.
becky jackson
February 18, 2008
hi dad, this little red i will always remember you, you will never leave my heart.i was always there when you needed me, even if i was here or not. i love you and miss you, we will never grow apart.
audrey cogar
February 9, 2008
honey i love you and miss you very much,brandy crys for you all of the time we miss you. all of the kids said to say hi and they miss you.
Michelle Carter
January 31, 2008
Audrey, we're all so sorry to hear about Ricks Passing. We all love him very much. I wish we had known so we could of made it to the funeral.
I keep thinking of Rick walking around in his Blue jean overalls talking to Terry at the Garage.
He was very loved and will be so missed.
Michelle, Amanda, and Nick Carter & Penny & Terry Coder.
brandy cogar
January 29, 2008
hi daddy i love you and miss you very much. tell grandpa i love him too.
audrey cogar
January 27, 2008
honey i love you with all of my heart.brandy and i miss you very much.
Shirley Trukovich
January 26, 2008
Sorry for your loss, My prayers are with you and your family.
MABEL KING
January 26, 2008
SORRY TIO HEAR ABOUT RICK
GOD BLESS YOU
ramona owens
January 26, 2008
sorry to hear about the passing of rick
Linda Cogar
January 26, 2008
My Cousin, my friend you will be missed love you. I hope I told you enough. I know I didn't come see you enough. I miss you already. I know you went to heaven. Say hi to everyone for me, Bye my friend.
Mike&Rose Pruett
January 25, 2008
Audrey&family,we were so sorry to hear about Rick.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.Although we havent seen you all in a long time we often think of our familys that are so far away.love Mike&RosePruett
Susie Quintrell
January 25, 2008
Audrey & Brandy,
My heart goes out to you both. Stay close and keep all the memories in your hearts. Please know that you are in our thoughts & prayers. You have your own Special Guardian Angel now! If you need anything, don't hesitate to call. You know where I am.
Take Care & God Bless.
Sincerely,
Susie Q (I am still at the Park)
Debbie Mellinger
January 25, 2008
Dad I know we've had our hard times but I wanted to let you know you'll always be my dad you may have only been my father in law but you were the best a daughter could ask for you never put me down you loved me since i was a child (spoild me rotten too) I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU all my love
Dorothy LaCour Kelin and Dennette
January 24, 2008
Rick,
We'll miss you!
Dorothy, Kelin and Dennette
John R. Smith
January 24, 2008
Sorry to heard of Rick's passing. Another "Angel" got his wings!
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Lori Villanova
January 24, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
January 24, 2008
AUDRY, I sincerly hope you and your family are doing alright. You are in our prayers. We were sorry to here about Rick. You have my deepest sympathy. Ron GIBSON and family
JOYCE PATRICK
January 24, 2008
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Joyce DeJournett
January 24, 2008
Brandy and Audrey,
I am so sorry to here about your dad and husband. I just learned today, otherwise I would have came to see you. Please know that you are in my prayers. Brandy please continue to go to school and do good because we are still sisters and I LOVE YOU BOTH!!! We really do look alike. God Bless you All!!!
Joyce DeJournett
January 24, 2008
Brandy and Audrey,
I am so sorry to here about your dad and husband. I just learned today, otherwise I would have came to see you. Please know that you are in my prayers. Brandy please continue to go to school and do good because we are still sisters and I LOVE YOU BOTH!!! We really do look alike.
Penny, Mike, Ron, Charity Pierce
January 24, 2008
Audrey
This is Penny
I just wanted to say that I was very sorry to hear about Ricks passing but know he is in a better place and dont have to worry about ever being sick again he will be sadly missed by all who know him MAY HE REST IN PEACE
merry goodwin
January 24, 2008
audrey & family, i'm sorry about about your loss.
signed, merry goodwin & family
Lisa Z. (Kaiser Permanente)
January 24, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
January 24, 2008
Audrey.
Thinking of you and your family at this time. Remember I will always be here for you forever. Semper Fi...
Tina Flight
January 24, 2008
Audrey and Brandi,
On behalf of Glover Elementary School PTA, we want you to know you are in our prayers. Please call us if there is anything we can help with or you just need a shoulder to cry on. We love you.
Kimberly Sain
January 23, 2008
Please accept my heartfelt sympathies for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. God Bless!
Tammy Roethel
January 23, 2008
Audrey and Brandi,
I am so sorry about your loss. You are in my prayers.
Tammy
Beth Stanley Ellet PTSA President
January 23, 2008
Audrey and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May you find some comfort in the memories you hold deep in your heart.
Terry Tice JR
January 23, 2008
ungle Rick I know that we had our bad days and we had some good ones as well.I want you to Know that I will always love you and you will always be in my heart. Love t.j
William Lybrook Jr
January 23, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Richard,Faith and Kendra Potter
January 23, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. The memories will keep us laughing and crying, but we know he is watching us as an angel now. He will protect us even more like he did when he was here.
Brenda Miller
January 23, 2008
Louie and Andy, WE are so sorry to here about your Dad. You are in our prayers and thoughts. We have a lot of good memories of your Dad.
Audrey, my heart goes out to you and the family. I know what it is to loose a husband, A father and Grandfather. Just remember, Rick has just stepped over on the other side and will be waiting for all of you.
Colin I just can't image how hard it is for you to loose your Husband and now an another Son. My heart aches for you. May God comfort you. You will be in our prayers. Our deepest sympathy to all of the family
Brenda and Matt Miller, Mike Thurston, Chrissy Egleston, Jessie, Wendy and Tara Thurston and Jason Thurston , McCullen Thurston and Tamara DeLauder, Izabella DeLauder
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