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Richard W. "Richie" Oswald

1970 - 2005

BORN

1970

DIED

2005

Richard Oswald Obituary

Richard W. "Richie" Oswald, 35, of Ventura, died Monday, Dec. 19, 2005, as a result of a traffic accident in San Miguel, Calif.

Richie was born Sept. 3, 1970, in Artesia, Calif. He was a 32-year Ventura County resident, moving here from Los Angeles County.

He is survived by his son, Nathan Oswald, of Ventura; sisters, Dina Martinez (husband Peter) of Oregon, Cheyenne Scott of Wisconsin; step-sister, Amanda Fuller and family of Northern California; mother figure, Francis McElroy and family of Ventura; stepfather, Dennis Cox (wife Cindy) of Oregon; aunt and uncle, Suzy and Billy Morgan of Los Angeles County; grandparents, John and Shirley Morgan of Washington; and his companion, Valerie Olmos of Ventura.

Richie has extended family throughout Ventura County.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Debora Morgan; father, John Oswald; grandmothers, Dorothy Morgan, and Artha Cox; and cousin, Alvis McElroy.

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2006, at the Ted Mayr Funeral Home, 3150 Loma Vista Road, Ventura.

Interment will follow at Bardsdale Cemetery, 1698 S. Sespe, Fillmore.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Ted Mayr Funeral Home, Ventura.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Ventura County Star from Jan. 1 to Jan. 4, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Oswald

29 Entries

Dina Martinez

January 29, 2007

Hey Peanut Butter,
It's me sis well your page expires in a few days and i just wanted to drop you a few lines to let you know that your always on my mind. I still cant belive that your gone.I want you to know that i love and miss you much. You and Elaine have a wonderful son. Nathan was able to come and visit pete and i for christmas 2006.I tryed to hold on to you for one more year by having this guest book but its time to let you rest. I LOVE YOU RICHIE save me a spot in heaven and tell all the family up there i say hello. Love Always Your Little Sister Dina
P.S See you in my dreams

troy southerland

October 7, 2006

troy alan southerland,Co.Co.County,3 strike run,went out right nice try brother,see u soon who knows anymore ,love ya bro,and your daddy,all respects to all the family ellen.

Dina Martinez

September 3, 2006

Richie,

I Just Wanted To Say Hi And That I'm Always Thinking Of You Peanut Butter.I Love and Miss You Much xoxoxo Love Always Sis

P.S I Sent You A Happy Birthday Balloon It Should Reach You Soon.

Valerie Olmos

February 19, 2006

Richie,I think I hear your car everyday and you will be coming home,then I have to tell myself thats not your car Im hearing,and your not coming home. Its so hard to believe that.I MISS YOU so very much we had so many very special times,thank you for all of them.I will be seeing you I love you,Valerie xoxoxoxo

alice nava

February 3, 2006

TO RICHIE; IM A LITTLE LATE BUT ONLY BECUZ I FEEL LIKE YOUR STILL COMING HOME. I STILL CANT BELEIVE YOUR GONE. I KEEP LOOKING OUT FOR YOU DOWN THE BLOCK. I KNOW NOW THAT YOUR GONE BUT I HAVE SO MUCH OF YOU HERE IN THOUGHTS. I THINK OF YOU EVERYDAY I DRIVE UP MY STREET. THANK YOU FOR ALWAYS CHECKING UP ON US WHENEVER YOU CAME OUT. I HAVE ALL YOUR THINGS THAT YOU HAVE SENT US AND I WILL CHERISH THEM SO AS TO KEEP YOUR MEMORY ALIVE AS I WILL CHERISH THE TALKS AND CRIES THAT WE HAVE SHARED TOGETHER IN THE GARAGE. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU WITH THE BIG BEAR HUGS YOU ALWAYS GAVE ME. I LOVE YOU RICHIE,AND I MISS YOU SOOOO MUCH. THANKS FOR YOUR LOVE AND RESPECT YOU GAVE ME....ALICE

Jody Lee

February 3, 2006

LOVE ALWAYS, MA'KETTLE

Chrissy bear Plienis

January 21, 2006

I will always love and miss you!!!and may god be with you and take care of you...and we all know you are watching down on us and that your a wonderful person and touched all of our hearts and forever be with us...

Mark & Fatima Schaab

January 11, 2006

To all Richies family and friends, our sincere sympathy goes out to all of you. We will miss his good nature and smiles. Richie always took the time to stop and say hello if he was in the area. I am sorry our condolences are late, we just found out about his passing yesterday. God Bless You Richie!

Michael Stine

January 8, 2006

Goodbye friend.

Roberta and Frank Quintal

January 7, 2006

Thank you for touching our lives

peace be with you

bob&tammy sarles

January 5, 2006

words can not express how sad Iam to here that richie has left us.hopfully he is in a better place, rest in piece richie. love the sarles

Valerie Olmos

January 5, 2006

Richie,I miss your once in a life time LOVE,all the little things you always brought home,roses,and most of all your body to keep me warm at night.I hope and pray that you have found some peace.I will see you again someday until then always know I love you with all my heart, Valerie

tammy sarles

January 5, 2006

words cant express my sadness,for ritchie.Ihope hes in a better place LOVE BOBBY .TAMMY TERI BOO.

Brenda Durkan

January 4, 2006

Live hard, ride fast and love deep! Thats what I will remember about you. Rest in peace. We love you!

Joe & Elaine Garza

January 4, 2006

To My Dearest Family & Friends:

Some things I'd like to say

but first of all to let you know

that I arrived okay

I'm writing this from Heaven

where I dwell with God above

where there's no more tears

or sadness

there is just eternal love

Please do not be unhappy

just because I'm out of sight

remember that I'm with you

every morning, noon and night

That day I had to leave you

when my life on Earth was through

God picked me up and hugged me

and He said I welcome you

It's good to have you back again

you were missed while you were gone

as for your dearest family

they'll be here later on

I need you here so badly

as part of My big plan

there's so much that we have to do

to help our mortal man

Then God gave me a list of things

He wished for me to do

and foremost on that list of mine

is to watch and care for you

And I will be beside you

every day and week and year

and when you're sad

I'm standing there

to wipe away the tear

And when you lie in bed at night

the days chores put to flight

God and I are closest to you

in the middle of the night

When you think of my life on Earth

and all those loving years

because you're only human

they are bound to bring you tears

But do not be afraid to cry

it does relieve the pain

remember there would be no flowers

unless there was some rain

I wish that I could tell you

of all that God has planned

but if I were to tell you

you wouldn't understand

But one thing is for certain

though my life on Earth is o're

I am closer to you now

than I ever was before

And to my very many friends

trust God knows what is best

I'm still not far away from you

I'm just beyond the crest

There are rocky roads ahead of you

and many hills to climb

but together we can do it

taking one day at a time

It was always my philosophy

and I'd like it for you too

that as you give unto the World

so the World will give to you

If you can help somebody

who is in sorrow or in pain

then you can say to God at night

my day was not in vain

And now I am contented

that my life it was worthwhile

knowing as I passed along the way

I made somebody smile

So if you meet somebody

who is down and feeling low

just lend a hand to pick him up

as on your way you go

When you are walking

down the street

and you've got me on your mind

I'm walking in your footsteps

only half a step behind

And when you feel the gentle breeze

or the wind upon your face

that's me giving you a great big hug

or just a soft embrace

And when it's time for you to go

from that body to be free

remember you're not going

you are coming here to me

And I will always love you

from that land way up above

Will be in touch again soon

P.S. God sends His Love

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2005

We're sure Richie wouldn't want us to be sad.He would want us to remember all the crazy times & smile.We'll miss you Richie!!!

Janet & Jenna Keeling

January 4, 2006

Richie we're going to miss your smiling face encouraging words, your drive-by visits. Love you always.

Brandy Swim

January 3, 2006

Richie,Our hearts are with you. Rest in peace.

Shelly Holland

January 3, 2006

Dear Richie. if you only knew what was ahead, love, life, laughter and endless smiles from all that your heart touched.MAy your life be eased on the other side and always watch over your loved ones...Love Shelly

Barbara (Stine) Tuttle

January 2, 2006

I enjoyed sitting and talking to Richie on my last visit home. Goodbye friend.

Marlene (Stine) Bencze

January 2, 2006

Goodbye Ritchie

Mercedes "Mercy" Antunez

January 1, 2006

Richie,has always went out of his way, to say hello, How are you doing? and give me a bear hug,with a smile. HE has always been so sweet to me. He will always be in my Heart,Thoughts & Prayers, Love YOU RICHIE.

Tracy Kemp

January 1, 2006

In memory of Richie Cox, ALWAYS a smile on his face and a happy go lucky personality. My deepest sympathy to all his family and friends.

Susan Wagner

January 1, 2006

My sympathy goes out to the relatives of Richie. He had a great heart and was always willing to help others out. He will be missed deeply and will be in our thoughts forever. God bless him.

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