Birth date: Sep 26, 1953 Death date: Apr 5, 2006
Born September 26 1953, passed away peacefully at the age of 52 on April 5, 2006 after his 1½-year battle with Mantle Cell Lymphoma.Dick, a graduate of Wilson HS class of Â'71, obtained a degree in Environmental Sciences from H Read Obituary
Dear Deanne,
I am so sorry for your loss. I had been keeping track of Dick's situation in the church bulletin, and was surprised to learn of his death. The pain of grief is so difficult. Know that you are not alone in body, mind, or spirit.
with love,
Peggy##imported-begin##Peggy Sargeant##imported-end##
With deepest sympathy, we're thinking of you Deanne, Katie, Charlie and Britany.
Rob and Ricky Roth
Bryce Sheldon##imported-begin##Rob and Ricky Roth/Bryce Sheldon##imported-end##
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We did not know Dick well, but we sat near him at a few of CharlieÂ’s football games this fall we observed a very proud and loving father who was surrounded by caring friends and family. We have watched Charlie grow into a respectful young man over the past few years. He is becoming a wonderful reflection of an incredible and loving man.##imported-begin##Don and Karen Rasmussen##imported-end##
Dear Mrs Gilmur, Katie & Charlie, and Britany,
I was so surprised to learn of Mr. Gilmur's death. As a retired school nurse from UP I recall so many meetings with your family. It was obvious (and impressive) that you all were so very important to him. I know that you will miss him dearly. He has truly left you all such a wonderful legacy of devotion and caring with examples what being a father is all about. It will serve you children well in the future. Mrs. Gilmur, I know you have many memories of your short time together and I know first hand that you will miss him deeply; that he will hold a special place in your heart forever. I have not sent cards to former families but you were very special. My prayers for you all.
My deepest sympathy — Shirley Carstens##imported-begin##Shirley Carstens##imported-end##
Dear Deanne,
I am so sad for you and your children and for Dick's parents and sister and family. My son, Don, who had the privilege of meeting Dick through their respective Port jobs, told me that Dick was not only respected for his work but also as a warm and wonderful person. How will you be able to go on without him? I do know this about you...your complete devotion to your family and your willingness to give to them despite the cost to you. Bless you for the loving care you gave to Dick through this illness. I pray for your health and strength for your heart and spirit.
With love, Helen Bache##imported-begin##Helen Bache##imported-end##
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. It has been a pleasure to get to know you through sports. Charlie is a very special young man and it is because of the love and dedication of his family. You lost a very special man but his influence, love and kindness will be with you forever.##imported-begin##Janet, Tyler & Kamryn Pudists##imported-end##
Dear Deanne,Brit,Katie & Charlie,
We are so sorry.
We will always be thankful that Max and Charlie decided to be friends in preschool so that we were lucky enough to meet all of you! Dick was a fortunate man to have such a family and we know he will be watching over you always and his love will be with you. We will always remember his easy laughter and smile and think of him when we hear Grateful Dead music!
Love,
Bob,Gretchen,Tory & Max Mauer##imported-begin##Gretchen Mauer##imported-end##
Dick will be remembered for the love he showed his family and friends.##imported-begin##Warren Swanstrom##imported-end##
Deanne and family, On behalf of the Oncology Clinic at Tacoma General, we want you to know it was a privilege to be part of Richard's care and to have the opportunity to get to know you and your family. We acknowledge the stress and strain the cancer and treatment has had on your lives and want you to know, that in spite of the difficulties, we always saw and heard the love Dick had for you and your family and how you reciprocated with your gentle care and watchful eye. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours and we will miss your visits, the talk, Dick's smile and everyones laughter. For it is in having shared a small piece of yourselves that we are renewed in our work. In rememberance, Linda, Joan, Nancy, Liz, Bobbie, Connie, Mikian and the entire staff.##imported-begin##Nancy Lulay RN OCN##imported-end##
Please accept my condolences for the loss of a family man who shared so much with his community, brought people together and made Tacoma a better place to live. When Dick spoke for the environment he said what had to be said and we loved him for it. His legacy will live on in the form of his amazing family, Deanne, Katie, Charlie and Brit. In the end we ask "was he kind" the answer is yes.##imported-begin##Bonnie Meyer##imported-end##
