Richard W. Greenwalt
August 9, 1930 – April 15, 2015
Richard Greenwalt of Riverdale, UT, passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at his home after a courageous battle with cancer.
Richard was a member of the Lutheran Church.
He was born on August 9, 1930 in Windsor, Colorado to Mary and Alex Greenwalt. He has resided in Utah since 1956.
Richard served in the Navy in the Korean War on the USS Yancey. He joined the Navy in 1950 and was honorably discharged in 1954. He absolutely loved the Navy; he always referred to it as “His Navy”.
He worked for Hansen Lumber Company, owned and operated several gas stations, and he owned the Corner Inn Bar. He retired from Wells Fargo Bank.
Richard married Wilma (Fleenor) Atkins on October 16, 1956. He took on the role as dad to Pamela Atkins when she was nine. On April 17, 1958 Sandra K. Greenwalt was born. Both girls were blessed to have such a wonderful father.
Richard enjoyed fishing. He had many trips in his motor home and boat to Willard Bay with his wife. He loved cheering on his favorite football team, the San Francisco 49ers. Richard loved keeping in touch with his many childhood friends from Colorado and his Navy buddies. He was always willing to help anyone in need. Everyone he met was a friend.
Richard is survived by his wife Wilma Greenwalt, they were married for 58 years, daughters: Sandra K. Greenwalt (Dougherty), Pamela (Stephen) Furniss; grandchildren: Stacey A. Furniss, Lance L. Furniss, Brian S. Furniss, John Dougherty, Joe Dougherty, Jacqueln Dougherty; two great-granddaughters; his sister Regina Larson (Steve); his aunts, Helen Erbes and Frieda Metzler; numerous cousins and his little buddy….his dog Bandit.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers: Alvin and Roy Greenwalt.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Hansen and all of his staff for their wonderful care. Richard loved them all. Special thanks to Brighten Hospice for the help and compassion they showed to us during Richard’s last days. We would also like to thank all the family members who took such loving care of dad.
Thanks Dad, for a life filled with love and wonderful memories.
At Richard’s request, a Graveside Service will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2015 at 11:00 am at Leavitt’s Aultorest Memorial Park, 836 36th Street, Ogden. Richard will be receiving Military Honors. There will be a private family viewing one hour prior to services at Leavitt’s Mortuary, 836 36th Street, Ogden at 10:00 to 10:45 am.
Interment at Leavitt’s Aultorest Memorial Park, 836 36th Street, Ogden.
Please send condolences to the family at: www.leavittsmortuary.com
August 9, 1930 – April 15, 2015
Richard Greenwalt of Riverdale, UT, passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at his home after a courageous battle with cancer.
Richard was a member of the Lutheran Church.
He was born on August 9, 1930 in Windsor, Colorado to Mary and Alex Greenwalt. He has resided in Utah since 1956.
Richard served in the Navy in the Korean War on the USS Yancey. He joined the Navy in 1950 and was honorably discharged in 1954. He absolutely loved the Navy; he always referred to it as “His Navy”.
He worked for Hansen Lumber Company, owned and operated several gas stations, and he owned the Corner Inn Bar. He retired from Wells Fargo Bank.
Richard married Wilma (Fleenor) Atkins on October 16, 1956. He took on the role as dad to Pamela Atkins when she was nine. On April 17, 1958 Sandra K. Greenwalt was born. Both girls were blessed to have such a wonderful father.
Richard enjoyed fishing. He had many trips in his motor home and boat to Willard Bay with his wife. He loved cheering on his favorite football team, the San Francisco 49ers. Richard loved keeping in touch with his many childhood friends from Colorado and his Navy buddies. He was always willing to help anyone in need. Everyone he met was a friend.
Richard is survived by his wife Wilma Greenwalt, they were married for 58 years, daughters: Sandra K. Greenwalt (Dougherty), Pamela (Stephen) Furniss; grandchildren: Stacey A. Furniss, Lance L. Furniss, Brian S. Furniss, John Dougherty, Joe Dougherty, Jacqueln Dougherty; two great-granddaughters; his sister Regina Larson (Steve); his aunts, Helen Erbes and Frieda Metzler; numerous cousins and his little buddy….his dog Bandit.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers: Alvin and Roy Greenwalt.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Hansen and all of his staff for their wonderful care. Richard loved them all. Special thanks to Brighten Hospice for the help and compassion they showed to us during Richard’s last days. We would also like to thank all the family members who took such loving care of dad.
Thanks Dad, for a life filled with love and wonderful memories.
At Richard’s request, a Graveside Service will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2015 at 11:00 am at Leavitt’s Aultorest Memorial Park, 836 36th Street, Ogden. Richard will be receiving Military Honors. There will be a private family viewing one hour prior to services at Leavitt’s Mortuary, 836 36th Street, Ogden at 10:00 to 10:45 am.
Interment at Leavitt’s Aultorest Memorial Park, 836 36th Street, Ogden.
Please send condolences to the family at: www.leavittsmortuary.com
Richard W. Greenwalt
August 9, 1930 – April 15, 2015
Richard Greenwalt of Riverdale, UT, passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at his home after a courageous battle with cancer.
Richard was a member of the Lutheran Church.
He was born on August 9, 1930 in Windsor, Colorado to Mary and Alex Greenwalt. He has resided in Utah since 1956.
Richard served in the Navy in the Korean War on the USS Yancey. He joined the Navy in 1950 and was honorably discharged in 1954. He absolutely loved the Navy; he always referred to it as “His Navy”.
He worked for Hansen Lumber Company, owned and operated several gas stations, and he owned the Corner Inn Bar. He retired from Wells Fargo Bank.
Richard married Wilma (Fleenor) Atkins on October 16, 1956. He took on the role as dad to Pamela Atkins when she was nine. On April 17, 1958 Sandra K. Greenwalt was born. Both girls were blessed to have such a wonderful father.
Richard enjoyed fishing. He had many trips in his motor home and boat to Willard Bay with his wife. He loved cheering on his favorite football team, the San Francisco 49ers. Richard loved keeping in touch with his many childhood friends from Colorado and his Navy buddies. He was always willing to help anyone in need. Everyone he met was a friend.
Richard is survived by his wife Wilma Greenwalt, they were married for 58 years, daughters: Sandra K. Greenwalt (Dougherty), Pamela (Stephen) Furniss; grandchildren: Stacey A. Furniss, Lance L. Furniss, Brian S. Furniss, John Dougherty, Joe Dougherty, Jacqueln Dougherty; two great-granddaughters; his sister Regina Larson (Steve); his aunts, Helen Erbes and Frieda Metzler; numerous cousins and his little buddy….his dog Bandit.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers: Alvin and Roy Greenwalt.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Hansen and all of his staff for their wonderful care. Richard loved them all. Special thanks to Brighten Hospice for the help and compassion they showed to us during Richard’s last days. We would also like to thank all the family members who took such loving care of dad.
Thanks Dad, for a life filled with love and wonderful memories.
At Richard’s request, a Graveside Service will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2015 at 11:00 am at Leavitt’s Aultorest Memorial Park, 836 36th Street, Ogden. Richard will be receiving Military Honors. There will be a private family viewing one hour prior to services at Leavitt’s Mortuary, 836 36th Street, Ogden at 10:00 to 10:45 am.
Interment at Leavitt’s Aultorest Memorial Park, 836 36th Street, Ogden.
Please send condolences to the family at: www.leavittsmortuary.com
August 9, 1930 – April 15, 2015
Richard Greenwalt of Riverdale, UT, passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at his home after a courageous battle with cancer.
Richard was a member of the Lutheran Church.
He was born on August 9, 1930 in Windsor, Colorado to Mary and Alex Greenwalt. He has resided in Utah since 1956.
Richard served in the Navy in the Korean War on the USS Yancey. He joined the Navy in 1950 and was honorably discharged in 1954. He absolutely loved the Navy; he always referred to it as “His Navy”.
He worked for Hansen Lumber Company, owned and operated several gas stations, and he owned the Corner Inn Bar. He retired from Wells Fargo Bank.
Richard married Wilma (Fleenor) Atkins on October 16, 1956. He took on the role as dad to Pamela Atkins when she was nine. On April 17, 1958 Sandra K. Greenwalt was born. Both girls were blessed to have such a wonderful father.
Richard enjoyed fishing. He had many trips in his motor home and boat to Willard Bay with his wife. He loved cheering on his favorite football team, the San Francisco 49ers. Richard loved keeping in touch with his many childhood friends from Colorado and his Navy buddies. He was always willing to help anyone in need. Everyone he met was a friend.
Richard is survived by his wife Wilma Greenwalt, they were married for 58 years, daughters: Sandra K. Greenwalt (Dougherty), Pamela (Stephen) Furniss; grandchildren: Stacey A. Furniss, Lance L. Furniss, Brian S. Furniss, John Dougherty, Joe Dougherty, Jacqueln Dougherty; two great-granddaughters; his sister Regina Larson (Steve); his aunts, Helen Erbes and Frieda Metzler; numerous cousins and his little buddy….his dog Bandit.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers: Alvin and Roy Greenwalt.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Hansen and all of his staff for their wonderful care. Richard loved them all. Special thanks to Brighten Hospice for the help and compassion they showed to us during Richard’s last days. We would also like to thank all the family members who took such loving care of dad.
Thanks Dad, for a life filled with love and wonderful memories.
At Richard’s request, a Graveside Service will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2015 at 11:00 am at Leavitt’s Aultorest Memorial Park, 836 36th Street, Ogden. Richard will be receiving Military Honors. There will be a private family viewing one hour prior to services at Leavitt’s Mortuary, 836 36th Street, Ogden at 10:00 to 10:45 am.
Interment at Leavitt’s Aultorest Memorial Park, 836 36th Street, Ogden.
Please send condolences to the family at: www.leavittsmortuary.com
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