Rick passed away peacefully at home on Oct. 24, 2007 after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Oakdale, Neb. Aug. 30, 1938 but spent most of his childhood in Pasco, Wa., graduating from Pasco High School in 1956. He went to work in advertising for the Pasco Newspaper, moved to Seattle to work for the West Seattle Herald newspaper, then worked for many years in publishing local telephone directories. Rick was a very devoted volunteer in the White Center and Federal Way communities. He loved to travel, go camping, ride motorcycles with son Steven, restore his GTO, go to casinos, do his gardening,watch football and spend time with friends and family.

He is survived by his loving wife, Marilyn, sons Steven Richard & Dano, daughter Rani, grandchildren Tiffany, Giovani & Clayton, four sisters & mother-in-law, Margaret.

Our deep thanks to the doctors & all of the warm, compassionate staff at St. Francis Hospital & the Franciscan Hospice. Special thanks to the wonderful friends, who meant so much to Rick, for all their love & support.

At his request, no services will be held.

Remembrances may be made to the American Cancer Society or Franciscan Hospice.

Loving memories will forever be engraved in our hearts -- You will always be everywhere we are.

Rest Peacefully, Dear Rick