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Richard Engum Obituary
Richard Arlen Engum, 78, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family August 17, 2017.
Dick was born August 31, 1938 in Black River Falls, Wisconsin. After graduating from Glenwood High School, he joined the U.S. Air Force where he was a medic. Richard had two years of College however, he continued his career as a Certified Dental Technician, owning his own Labs. He took a two year break from lab ownership to teach Dental Tech at R.G. Drage Career Technical Center in Massillon, Ohio. Never liking to be idle, in retirement Dick worked part-time at the Fairlawn compactor.
Dick wanted to be busy either at his Lab or keeping his yard beautiful. He loved hunting with his Uncles in Wisconsin and fishing with his brother. He loved talking to everyone; he always found new "friends" every place he went.
Dick is survived by his wife of 40 years, Karen (Holmquist); his five daughters, Kristine (Steven) Lefkowitz, Kimberly (Dennis) Dunagan, Suzanne Engum of Atlanta, Ga., Carole (Daniel) Biedrzcki of Arlington, Texas and Elizabeth (Robert) Smith; grandchildren, Jenna Stevenson, Alec Biedrzcki of Texas, Sawyer Smith; brother, James Engum of Menomonie, Wisconsin; and many nieces and nephews.
Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, August 31st, and the memorial service will be held on Friday, September 1st. at 11 a.m. at the Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel, 85 N. Miller Rd., The Rev Charles Lentner officiating. In lieu of Flowers, memorials may be made to the Akron Woman's City Club or one of your favorite charities.
To share a Memory, Send a Condolence or Light a Candle, visit the Tribute Wall at www.billowfuneralhomes.com (Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel)
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Julie Domenick
August 31, 2017
Dearest Kris and family, my deepest condolences to you all for your loss. My prayers are with you all during this time.
The Staff of Billow Funeral Homes
August 30, 2017
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
Tina Hunter
August 29, 2017
I had the greatest privilege to work with Dick. My very first full time job! A man for which I have so much respect. My sincerest sympathies to family and friends.
Pam Clinard
August 28, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Dick was a wonderful man, always with a cheerful smile and a story to tell. He will be missed. God bless everyone as you mourn his passing. Pam Clinard, Jon, Heidi and Madeline
August 28, 2017
Karen, as you know, Dick and I graduated from GCHS in 1956 - tough as stones rough as bricks- so the memories go back a long way.
And they all are really great ones - Dick's attitude on life as you well know was an uptick and it was contagious for all of us who had the privilege to know him.
The last time we were together was in New Richmond, Wis. at a class reunion where we had a great time with you and Dick!'
We share your sorrow on his death.
Claire and Jim schoenwetter
Terrie Morgan
August 23, 2017
Dearest Kris, Karen, sisters and family. very saddened to hear of Dick's passing - what a character and blessed to have known him. Heartfelt Condolences.
Bill Marting
August 21, 2017
Deepest condolences to his family and friends.
Terry bishop
August 20, 2017
Karen and family,
I just saw Liz's post this morning. We are so sorry. Our sympathy to you and your family. May you all have many sweet memories!
Terry and Teryl Bishop
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Billow's Funeral Homes & Crematory - Fairlawn Chapel85 North Miller Road, Akron, OH 44333
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Billow's Funeral Homes & Crematory - Fairlawn Chapel85 North Miller Road, Akron, OH 44333
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