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Richard Atmore Obituary
Ventura, CA
Richard Allen Atmore
Richard Allen Atmore (Dick) of Ventura, California passed away the evening of July 16, 2016 following a short illness.
Richard proudly served our country for 21 years; he joined the Marine Corps in 1946 and retired from active duty in 1977. Richard served two tours in the Korean War and one in Vietnam. Richard was also stationed in Guam, China, Japan and was a guard on an aircraft carrier.
In retirement he continued his education earning a BS and MA. Richard was an educator and coach at Saint Bonaventure High School and Cabrillo Middle School. Richard also coached football and volleyball at Ventura Junior College as well as many Ventura youth teams. He taught and coached until 1989. Richard enjoyed golf, fishing, hunting, traveling, and gardening.
Richard is survived by his wife of 61 years, Marie; his sons; Richard Jr. (Ventura, CA), Clifford (Naperville, IL), and Thomas (Chico, CA), his daughters-in-law; Bonnie, Karla, and Lori; his grandsons; Jordan, Tyler, Richard III, and George, his granddaughters; Elizabeth, and Sarah. Preceded in death by his parents; Floyd and Ethel Atmore, siblings Gladys Moss, Vera Hayes, Charles and Jack Atmore.
A Celebration of Life will be held on August 5, 2016 at 2:00 PM at Trinity Lutheran Church, Ventura, California. The Atmore family is grateful for the caring support that Livingston Memorial provided. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to Livingston Memorial or your favorite charity.
Arrangements are in the care of Otto & Son's, Channel Islands, Memorial Services, Ventura - (805) 240-1359.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Atmore
August 25, 2016
Marie and family,
My sister, Jan, just let me know of Dick's passing. I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Both of you were so special to our Dad, Mel Gallon. I remember meeting you all for the first time in Cherry Point on the base. Dad thought so highly of Dick and their friendship was a long one. May God Bless your family. Susan Gallon Hoof
Frank Allison
August 8, 2016
Sad to hear about Dick. We became acquainted within the fist few years after Pat & I moved to town. Played a lot of golf together at Saticoy. Best to you, Richard, Cliff, Tom and the rest of the family
Frank Allison
Bob Gonzales
August 8, 2016
To the Atmore Family,
My condolences on the passing of Coach Atmore, (a.k.a. Richard). I met him when I was a very young and impressionable 18 year old and he came to coach at Ventura College. I didn't learn much about football from him but I learned how to treat people with respect and dignity, which helped develop me into being an adult. When I would meet him, it was always good to get a hug and handshake from the coach and catch up on old times. I will always remember him as a gentleman and a great inspiration.
August 3, 2016
Marie and family, We are truly sorry for your loss, our deepest sympathies to all of you. Dick was a special man he will be missed. You're in our prayers God bless you.
Dan & Lori O'Connell
August 3, 2016
Dear Marie, We are sad to read of your husband's passing. We so much enjoyed visiting with him at Optimist gatherings.
Jackie Mann and John Ramirez
July 31, 2016
To Marie and family,
Please accept my condolences and sympathy
in the passing of Dick, may you find
comfort in knowing that others are thinking of you at this time and praying the God will comfort you. Wish I could be there to celebrate his life but will be out of state. Sincerely, Myrna Melchior
Darwinn B. (Dutch)
July 31, 2016
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