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Richard Dyson Obituary
7/2/1938 - 4/29/2021
Richard died quietly in his sleep on the 29th of April. He is survived by his wife, Karen McDonald; three brothers, Ralph Dyson, Jack Dyson (Sue) and Robert Dyson (Mary). He is also survived by a niece and nephew, three stepdaughters and lots of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Richard was a man people listened to, his creativity, his leadership, his special individuality, his smile, and wonderful laugh drew people to him. His love of everything outdoors, his love for all the dogs he ever had, and for our precious wildlife, were part of who he was.
We, who loved him and knew him, will miss him forever.
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GEORGE KIRKPATRICK
May 28, 2022
RICK HIRED ME AS THE FIRST ANIMAL CARE TECH'S AT NORTHWEST TREK,IN EATONVILLE,WA. BACK IN 1975 ! HE WAS A GREAT FELLOW! WHAT I LEARNED FROM HIM TOOK ME TO A LIFETIME CAREER IN THE ZOOLOGY FIELD, AND WORK WITH ANIMALS ALL OVER THE WORLD !! AND WAS A GREAT BOSS,AND FRIEND !! RIP OLD FRIEND! HOPE TO MEET UP AGAIN ONE DAY!!
Debbie Sheets Rambo
September 22, 2021
I have not seen Rick in many many years. Was very sorry to hear of his passing. He was my cousin , my dad and
His mom were brother and sister, but as with many families we all were separated
over the years and we all lost contact. RIP Rick.
Dani Dyson
May 3, 2021
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Don Betty Jim John Jean Chastain
May 2, 2021
You will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Elaine Brodzinski
May 1, 2021
The passing of Rick is such a big loss to his family. His creativity has made its mark in Tucson and many other places world wide. I am so sorry he has passed, but memories will always be with you.
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