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Richard Masterson Obituary

Richard P. Masterson Born on January 30, 1934 in Seattle; passed away Nov. 21, 2007 in Puyallup. Richard was a retired speech and hearing therapist for the Sumner School District. He enjoyed golfing, fishing and playing Scrabble. He is preceded in death by his wife Barbara, who passed away on Sept. 27. Survived by his children Linda Hannus, Connie Tkach, Clay Masterson, Ann Abraham, Lori Sanders, sister Lorraine White, 8 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held at Hillcrest Burial Park in Kent on Thursday, 11 a.m. Arrangements by Curnow Funeral Home & Cremation Service. 253-863-2800. Please sign the online guest book at www.curnowfuneralhome.com
Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Nov. 27, 2007.

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Lori Sanders

November 28, 2007

It seems like just yesterday I was visiting you with donuts and jelly beans; it is hard to believe that you are gone. I can only image the feast you must be having with mom. I have lots of fun memories about you that will stay in my heart, like when you would let me skip school so we could go out for ice cream. Not many Dads would do that; especially Dads who were teachers. I love you!

Ann Abraham

November 27, 2007

To my father, you will be greatly missed. Lucky you that you get to be with mom now. You are finally at rest. I love you very much... Love your daughter

Carolyn Hannus

November 27, 2007

Long, tall Dick. Always involved with reading, games, fishing or golfing. We always enjoyed his "Big Foot" stories.

Dick bravely fought the long hard battle with Parkinson's Disease.

Barbara and Dick have shed their debilitating illnesses and are happily embracing each other again.

We're hoping you will find comfort in all of your happy family memories.

Our love,
Carolyn and Ed Hannus

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