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Richard Dowdy Obituary
He will forever be remembered by his wife and children as a great, loving Dad and the most amazing man they have ever known. He was the best husband, father, son and friend anyone could have.
He was active in sports, outdoor activities and music. He was a Cantor, choir member, Eagle Scout and an Iraq Veteran. He was very involved in his children's education and extracurricular activities.
Rick is survived by his wife Beth, his children Madisyn, Alyssa, and Riley and his parents, Ronald and Susan Dowdy.
Visitation, 5:00PM-8:00PM, Friday August 7, 2015 at The Springs Funeral Services, 3115 East Platte Avenue, Rosary will be recited at 6:00PM.
Mass of Christian Burial, 10:00AM, Saturday, August 8, 2015 at St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church, 8755 Scarborough Drive, Colorado Springs, Colorado.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Dowdy
John George
August 1, 2023
Dear Rick,
Take care of all my navy buddies in heaven that I have lost over the years. you´re the best!!!
John George
August 1, 2020
Very sad.....RIP
Christine Briggs
August 11, 2015
Dearest Beth. I am so sorry for your loss. May God hold you and your children tenderly in the palm of his hand. May you ever be comforted by his great love and care. Rick will be missed. God Bless you all....Christine, David and Kaylah Briggs
John George
August 8, 2015
Beth, I am thinking about you and the kids. Be strong during this time.
Tracey MacMillan
August 7, 2015
Steve and I want you to know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We have not seen you or Rick in years, but our rafting story together is one of our favorites that we share with our kids. Rick will surely be missed!
Michael Levi
August 7, 2015
May Rick's soul rest in peace. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. I am here for you all if you ever need anything.
Melanie Robinson
August 7, 2015
R.I.P. Rick, you'll be missed so much!Beth, Maddy, Alyssa and Riley, no matter what, we are here for you!Love you all!
Barbara GorghubGer
August 7, 2015
Flooding heaven with prayers for your family! Richard was a good man.
Katrinda Johnson
August 7, 2015
I just want you to know that I am here for your family. You know I love them as if they were my own. May God comfort and strengthen Beth, the kids, your parents and your extended family. Rest knowing that you and your family are loved.
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