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Richard Sliger Obituary

In loving memory of Richard J. Sliger Sr. Born May 21, 1925 in St. Louis MO, passed away April 23, 2007 in Tucson AZ. Preceded in death by parents, Herbert and Clara Sliger; brother, John and Herbert Jr. and grandchild, Charles Jr. He is survived by his loving wife, Blanch; children, Joan Helms, Joan Pinkert, Richard Sliger Jr., Charles Sliger Sr. (Cheryl); grandchildren, Jorji, Michael, Timothy and Andrew and several nieces and nephews. Richard retired from his career in mechanical engineering and enjoyed woodworking and camping with his wife. His wonderful sense of humor and playful nature will be missed by all. A memorial service will be held on Monday, April 30th 11:00 a.m. at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to Minutemen of Arizona or to a charity of your choice.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Apr. 26, 2007.

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Jan MacWilliams

April 22, 2008

Nearly a year has passed, and I know the grieving continues at a very personal level for those who knew and loved him best, his children. Still, I hope there has been healing along the way, and that you all will continue to share the gift that your dad was in your lives.

Ray Woods

April 30, 2007

To the Sliger Family,
We were very sorry to hear. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Ray and Diane Woods

Ron Woods

April 30, 2007

To Rich Jr., Joan, Chuck, Blanche and family,
It was sad hearing the news of the passing of Uncle Rich. It is so hard to lose the ones that you love. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers.
Ron and Grace Woods

George and Inez Savage

April 28, 2007

His calm friendly way, the things he did for us after George's health problems, his perspective and knowledge on so many subjects. Words cannot express how we will miss him. A dear couple we enjoyed over many a cup of coffee and dessert. We cherish his memory and the footprints he has left on our hearts.

Mary Gourley

April 28, 2007

Blanche and all of the family: Our hearts go out to you and your loss. I too feel a loss, he was one of my favorite uncles. The smile, his eyes that crinkled when he laughed and my fondest memory are the cheese sandwiches he made for us on our way back to St. Louis when we were just children. (about 1/2" thick). He will be missed. Remember, the Lord is with you let him comfort you. With much love, Mary Ruth

Clyde and Lealah Overs

April 28, 2007

We will deeply miss our very dear friend.

Ellie & Paul Pinkert

April 27, 2007

To Joan and the Sliger Family we send our sympathy and condolences. We are very sorry about the loss of your father.

Tom Pinkert and Susi Schneider

April 26, 2007

To Joan, Richard and Chuck and all of the Sliger family: We are so sorry for your loss and our love and condolences are with you today.

Ray Bevington

April 26, 2007

To the family of Dick, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Linda and I met your father and mother at the Arizona Roamers camping club.

I found your father to be a soft spoken gentleman who was enjoyable to visit with and to be around.

Ray & Linda Bevington

Mary E.K. Denison (Kraker)

April 26, 2007

Chuck, Joni, and Richard: You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Though I haven't seen any of you for years, I can still see all of your faces when we grew up in Crystal. (Therefore, you all still look very young!) God's healing peace to you and your families.

Janie Kraker

April 26, 2007

Dear Joni,

Although I have never met you and I never met your Dad, I feel that I know you very well via Margot. I am so sorry for your loss that words cannot begin to express it. Please know that you are in my thoughts and in my prayers. I am sure that you know that your Dad is in a better place now and I hope that you can find comfort in that knowledge. My sincere sympathies to you and your family!!!

Janie Kraker

Ray and JoAnne Belt

April 26, 2007

Richard was a very dear friend. We spent many hours camping with he and Blanch. We will especially miss visiting with him, having coffee and eating out.

Rick Sanders

April 26, 2007

We love going places and that is what you Dad has done. Our thoughts are with you and yours at this time.

Margot Kraker

April 26, 2007

Joni,
For 46 years I've been honored to know your father. I loved his sense of humor and gentle ways. He put those around him at ease and always welcomed them to his family. His smile and laughter will be with me forever. Love,

Jan MacWilliams

April 26, 2007

Joan P.,
Though I only met him a couple of times and spoke to him on the phone a few times, I would gladly claim your dad as my second father. He was such an easy-going man, so generous with his warmth and comfort. You are your father's daughter in those ways. I grieve the loss of him, but his essence lives on in you. My deepest condolences to the entire family.

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