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Richard Paddack Obituary
Richard was a loving husband, father and grandfather and is survived by his wife of 57 years, Gael, his children and their spouses Laura and Robin; Mark and Cheryl; Todd and Stephanie and his grandchildren Ryan, Megan, Mack, Kelley, Nicholas, Spencer, Owen and Leo.
Richard was born in San Francisco, California and attended Lowell High School and Stanford University, where he graduated with a degree in civil engineering. Richard thoroughly enjoyed life with his family and his work as a commercial developer in San Francisco, Seattle and Vancouver, British Columbia, retiring and moving back to the Bay Area in the late 1990's. He had a wonderful sense of humor, was a talented pianist and had a special soft spot for dogs, cars, jazz music, Stanford football, Giants baseball, just about any basketball and good red wine. After retirement, he and Gael spent much of their time visiting friends and family, traveling to exotic locales, and enjoying jaunts to the local wine country.
Instead of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to either Stanford School of Engineering or Great Dane Rescue of Northern California. A life celebration will be held at 11am on Saturday, 7 October 2017 at the Marin Yacht Club, 24 Summit Avenue, San Rafael, California.
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Gail and Larry Jacobson
October 3, 2017
Dear Gale and family. We were so sad to hear of dicks passing..found the write up when looking at Dewy MacLean's ( Liz's ex sister -in-law, 62 ). Had lost your address..Christmas card returned..hope you and family are doing ok and our thoughts and prayer are with you and your family..we are in Qualicum but leaving for Scottsdale in1 o days..love to you all..Gail and larry
October 2, 2017
Sincere condolences to the family. When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure in your heart and it lives forever. May the wonderful treasures fill your hearts with love and bring you peace, Hosea 13:14. *
October 2, 2017
I feel your loss Mark. My condolences to you and your whole family
Love Cate
Bradley Rick
October 2, 2017
Wile our paths never crossed, I am always saddened by the passing of a native San Franciscan, who attended Lowell High School. When Richard was at Stanford, I was returning from Korean Service to finish up at U.C. Berkeley and also live in Marin County, while working out of my law firm in San Francisco.
My heart goes out to Gael and his family for the loss.
God Bless You, Rick Bradley
October 2, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort, bring comfort to the Paddack family during these difficult times.
(2 Corin.1:3,4)
Bob Dulik
October 1, 2017
Dear: Gael and Family
I am so sorry to read of Dick's passing.
He was a good Man. I have fond memories oF
our early years at Lowell and Stanford.
Again, please accept my condolences.
Keep strong, Life goes on.
Best Regards, BOB DULIK
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