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Richard L. Vance

January 29, 1923 ~ August 28, 2017 (age 94) 94 Years Old
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A candle was lit by Ellen Kastl, Sunnyside on September 25, 2017 4:05 PM
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A candle was lit by Mari on September 8, 2017 9:13 AM
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A candle was lit by Shelby Sauve on September 7, 2017 9:41 AM
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A candle was lit by Ana Aguirre on September 6, 2017 9:45 PM
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A candle was lit by Beth Bourgeois on September 6, 2017 11:00 AM
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A candle was lit by Jim and Marilyn Hulsman on September 6, 2017 9:13 AM
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A candle was lit by Genny (Van de Graaf) DeRuyter on September 5, 2017 8:59 PM
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A candle was lit by Ramon Martinez on September 5, 2017 8:54 PM
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A candle was lit by Vicky Alvarez on September 4, 2017 3:37 PM
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A DISH GARDEN WITH FRESH FLOWERS was sent on September 4, 2017

Our condolences to the entire Vance family; may you be comforted by the many memories of your life with this wonderful man. Mike and Gail Houck

Message from Ed & Candy Becker
September 4, 2017 7:02 AM

Your parents always made us feel welcomed. Such a wonderful couple who will be missed by many.
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A candle was lit by Ed & Candy Becker on September 4, 2017 6:56 AM
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A candle was lit by Chuck and Nancy Sauve on September 3, 2017 6:52 PM
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A TRADITIONAL FUNERAL BASKET was sent on September 3, 2017

What an honor to get to know Dick. Chuck and I will miss our special lunches with him. Truly a real gentlemen. Loved his big loving heart he had for his wife, children, daughter in laws, son in law and grandchildren. He was very proud of each one and all their accomplishments.

Message from Patti meyer
September 3, 2017 6:25 PM

Dear vance family, I was sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I am so glad that the letter I wrote was sent to his friend. May God bless you all. Thank you for the opportunity to write that letter for him.
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A candle was lit by Jamie and Cindy Sullivan and Family on September 2, 2017 10:45 AM
Message from Jack and Suzanne Vance
September 2, 2017 8:10 AM

It was an honor and privledge to enjoy the love he shared so openly with us and be able to call him dad, grandpa, great grandpa, and friend. 🙏
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A candle was lit by Jack and Suzanne Vance on September 2, 2017 7:59 AM
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A MIXED FRUIT BASKET was sent on September 1, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with you on the celebration of your Dad's life. Jim & Brenda Bost

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A candle was lit by Marina,Kile,Mei, Tony,Christina Louie on September 1, 2017 1:41 PM
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A candle was lit by Curt and Carrie Newberry on September 1, 2017 11:21 AM
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A candle was lit by Jim and Becky Vance on August 31, 2017 2:14 PM
Message from Billie Brown
August 30, 2017 7:34 PM

Dick was an amazing man, always thinking of others, even in his final days. I was blessed to get to know him, and family as well. ❤️❤️
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A candle was lit by Rocio Martinez on August 30, 2017 6:06 PM
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A candle was lit by Marcelina Ortega on August 30, 2017 2:54 PM
Message from Marcelina Ortega
August 30, 2017 2:54 PM

My sincerest condolences on the passing of Mr Vance. He was very dear to my heart and will truly be missed. I enjoyed visiting with him and choosing books for him. I can honestly say that I loved this gentleman. Blessings to his family.
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A candle was lit by Clay and Jackie Dixon on August 30, 2017 7:45 AM
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A candle was lit by Carrie Herrera on August 29, 2017 10:31 PM
Message from Deana Morrow-Allec
August 29, 2017 8:37 PM

What a wonderful family. My deepest condolences to you all. I was in the Social Services department at Sunnyside Prestige when your mom was there. I grew quite fond of all of you. I am so sorry to hear this news and want you to know my thoughts are with you.
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A candle was lit by Deana Morrow-Allec on August 29, 2017 8:31 PM
Message from Jane & Dennis Dorsey, West Richland
August 29, 2017 3:35 PM

One of the most decent and special people we ever had the honor to have in our lives. Rest in Peace..... Say Hello to Maureen and we'll see you later.
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A candle was lit by Jane & Dennis Dorsey, West Richland on August 29, 2017 3:34 PM
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