DR. RICHARD PHILIP WALSH

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RICHARD WALSH Obituary

DR. RICHARD PHILIP WALSH McALLEN - Dr. Richard Philip Walsh, 75, entered into eternal peace on August 14,2012. Born in Iowa to Dr. and Mrs. Richard Ambrose Walsh, Richard was a resident of McAllen for 38 years. He was predeceased by his son, Edward T. Walsh. Richard is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Maria Walsh, his two daughters Belinda Sanders (Paul) and Elizabeth Miller (James), four grandchildren and many caring relatives and friends. After attending DePaul University and graduating from the Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine, Richard served in the United States Air Force and the Illinois National Guard. He was honorably discharged as a Major. Richard had a podiatry practice in McAllen and then earned a Master of Arts in both History and English from UT Pan American. He began teaching at UT Pan American and later at STCC upon which he retired. Richard was a member of the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi and earned the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Department of History and Philosophy at STCC in 2010. He was a longtime parishioner of Our Lady of Sorrows and served as lecture for many years. Richard was an avid reader and loved playing chess and scrabble with his family members. He also enjoyed following the latest scores of his beloved Iowa Hawkeyes, Chicago Cubs and Washington Redskins. He will be missed deeply by those he laughed with, lived for and loved. A memorial mass will be held Friday, August 17, 2012 at 4:00 pm at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in McAllen. Richard will be inurned at the RGV State Veteran's Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Star of Hope- Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church 1108 W. Hackberry Ave. McAllen, TX 78501 Kreidlerfuneralhome.com Sign the guest book at www.themonitor.com/obituaries

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Published by The Monitor from Aug. 15 to Aug. 16, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for RICHARD WALSH

10 Entries

Darlene Stewart

August 20, 2012

Elizabeth, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. You are in my thoughts & prayers.

john miller

August 17, 2012

We are sad to hear of Dr. Walsh's passing. We remember his humorous stories about history, and his big smiles. He will be missed.
Love, johnny, stephanie, joseph and alex

Patti Mayers

August 17, 2012

Elizabeth--so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Veronica "Vicky" and Leslie Sanchez

August 16, 2012

To the Walsh Family: My sincerest condolences for your loss. I will always be greatful for the impact Professor Walsh had on my life in becoming an educator. I revealed to Elizabeth, that I believe he took pity on me and passed me, just so he wouldn't see me the next semester in his class. And I was also very fortunate to have had the opportunity to worship with Dr. Walsh at Our Lady of Sorrows Church. He always had a kind compliment for me about my music. "I hope I brought you happiness with my voice in singing your favorite hymns." "I will miss seeing you at your favorite spot in the pew."

Todd Humphreys

August 16, 2012

Please accept my condolences, I didnt know Dr. Walsh well, but I did know & love his Super Awesome Son Eddie, I now know where Eddie got his Wonderful Laugh. Rest In Peace Dr. Walsh and please tell Eddie I still think of him often.

Adrian & Lucy Palitza

August 16, 2012

Maria, Belinda and Elizabeth,
So sorry to hear of the passing of Richard. Even though you will miss him dearly, find comfort in knowing that he is with the Lord and is now in peace. May you always keep your memories close at heart. Richard was a man with a BIG heart and positive attitude. Our love and prayers are with all of you. God Bless.

Luciano Leal

August 16, 2012

We will miss you Uncle Richard.

Dina and Mike Keimig

August 15, 2012

I'm so sorry to hear of Richard's passing. He was a kind, gentle soul who will be missed. I am blessed to have know him and his loving family for more than 30 years. My prayers go out to Maria, Elizabeth and Belinda.

Margaretha Bischoff

August 15, 2012

We will miss Dr. Walsh greatly at South Texas College. Between classes he could be found in the cafeteria, where he always had a kind word for everyone and where he enlightened us with his knowledge of many topics. His positive attitude, sometimes in the face of great physical challenges, were uplifting to all of us. Rest in peace, dear friend and colleague.

IRMA CANTU

August 15, 2012

Tia Lupe, Elizabeth & James, Belinda & Paul, & Grandchildren:

My Family and I would like to give you our Deepest Condolences. We Loved Uncle Richard, He was a Great Person with a Big Heart, and we will miss him very much...Our Prayers and thoughts are with you and the rest of the family during this very difficult time. I ask GOD to send his angels to wrap their arms around each and everyone of you at this difficult time......

We Love You Very Much:

Irma, Audrey & Family, Nicholas & Naomi, Jessica & Family

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