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Richard Huntington Obituary
October 26, 1954 - February 11, 2025
Newhall - Richard "Rick" Huntington was a beloved Husband, Step-Father and Grandfather, during his 70 years of life. He passed away peacefully on February 11, 2025. Born on October 26, 1954, in St. Louis, Mo., he spent his early school years in Connecticut before moving to California in 1969. Rick was a graduate of Wm. S. Hart High School in 1972. He had a deep love for theater, spending his high school years as a member of the drama department. After his graduation he joined "Canyon Theater Guild" and spent the better part of 25 years with the group receiving many "Goldie" awards for both Acting and Directing. Rick loved spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He had a loving, playful, and occasional, stubbornness nature. Known for his life of the party personality and brought joy to those around him. A dedicated hard worker and a loyal friend, Rick touched many lives with his warmth and generosity.
Rick is survived by his Wife Barbara of 49 years, Step-Daughters Leigh-Ann Lelyveld (Jason) of New York, and Joanne Fry of Santa Clarita. Granddaughter Taylor Lombardi (Johnny) of Ridgecrest. Grandsons, Austin Fry of Santa Clarita and Travis Fry of Laughlin, NV.. Brothers James Huntington of Pahrump, NV and Edward Huntington of Tucson, AZ and Sister Kathy Quijada of Bakersfield.
A Celebration of Life Luncheon will be held in Rick's honor on May 17, 2025, in Santa Clarita, California, for more details email: [email protected]. In leu of flowers donations can be made to Canyon Theater Guild in Rick's name.
Rick's memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew him.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Huntington
Sandra Marzano
April 10, 2025
Deepest condolences to Rick´s family. I will always remember with fondness the get togethers after plays and weekends in the Mojave desert, or just hanging out with Rick, Barbara and other close friends.
Margie Cummings
April 2, 2025
Rest in peace my friend
Taylor Lombardi
March 24, 2025
Best papa there ever was, I miss you so much handsome guy. Hope your riding with the angels today
Jon Myl
March 15, 2025
Rick was a consummate gentleman and always had a kind word to say. He delivered one of the best performances ever of Groucho Marx at the Canyon Theatre Guild. Rick will be missed.
Martin husted
March 15, 2025
Rick introduced me to theater and I will cherish my time with CTG
Jane Cappucini Phelps
March 15, 2025
Rick was a loving brother-in-law and uncle. We have lots of happy memories of fun times. He will always be remembered and missed. Sending love and condolences to all the family.
Frank Rock
March 15, 2025
I will always remember how wonderful and talented Rick was. "The Lion in Winter" and "Footlights Frenzy." One showed his talent as a dramatic actor. The other his fantastic and natural comedic chops.
Break a leg Ricky.
- Frank Rock
Loren D. Burghout
March 15, 2025
My Dear Friend, thank you for everything that you added to my life. You taught me one of my greatest lessons, and I will live by it for as long as I live.
Sharon Cummings
March 15, 2025
Thanks to you and Barbara for welcoming me into the CTG family when I moved to the SCV in 1985. I pray you were welcomed to heaven by Carmen and the angels. You are missed, but I know we will meet again some day.
Linda Roth-Grayne
March 15, 2025
Will miss you, my old friend. Now, go and find Mike"y" and enjoy yourselves. You've done well, here.
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