Book of Memories for Richard Edward Auten

Condolence From Diane Epps

Mon, 17 Apr 2017 18:16:38 EDT

So sorry to hear of Richards passing. I met him many years ago when the Boy Scouts invited the Girl Scouts to help distribute and collect flags in cemetaries honoring our veterans. He was a very dedicated father, man, and citizen and our community will greatly miss him. I hope all of the wonderful memories will bring some comfort to his family.

Condolence From Bob and Carol Edwards

Sat, 15 Apr 2017 08:52:49 EDT

To Margaret and Family So saddened and very sorry for your loss. Rich was an excellent scouting instructor and he will be deeply missed by Troop 469. He instilled many life's lessons to young boys during his scouting career. Our son was one of the many he left impressions on. May God bless all of you with strength and healing during this difficult time.

Condolence From Alan Cates

Fri, 14 Apr 2017 08:43:38 EDT

Richard's passing is a great loss. Scouting Community is deeply saddened by his passing. Richard was a great Leader who gave his all. He made a great impression on the youth he served and the adults who were blessed to serve alongside him.

Condolence From Alan Cates

Fri, 14 Apr 2017 08:43:12 EDT

Condolence From Leona Norton

Thu, 13 Apr 2017 22:07:56 EDT

Margaret and family, There are no words to take away the pain. Sorry to hear about Dick. It was pleasure to have known him. Condolences to the family.

Condolence From Clif Conklin/Scoutmaster-Troop 373

Thu, 13 Apr 2017 21:32:20 EDT

I have known Richard through Scouting for many years. I will always remember him as a kind, easy going guy with a great smile. When I think of him he will be walking down a wooded trail looking forward with that big smile. Condolences to the Family. I will miss him.

Condolence From Michael Searing

Thu, 13 Apr 2017 21:24:07 EDT

Rich was a strong believer of the Boy Scout Motto, Oath and everything it had to offer to young boys. I will always remember his passion for scouting and the development of young men through the program that he instilled in all of us. Rich was a force to be recon with when it came to this excitement of the Boy Scout Program and was instrumental in my life in becoming an Eagle Scout. And he still had that passion when we spoke last week. God Bless to you and the legacy you will leave behind here on earth and to the entire scouting community.

Condolence From Ken and Betty Todd

Thu, 13 Apr 2017 20:52:05 EDT

We knew Richard from when we were involved in Scouting in Quincy in the 90's. Our condolences to the family.

Condolence From Bonnie Sherman

Thu, 13 Apr 2017 18:12:05 EDT

Margaret and Family, So sorry to hear about Richard. Memories of the walking and looking for Veterans with Richard and his golf cart. Going to miss his calls about flag holders for the Vets that don't have them. God Bless you, Bonnie

Condolence From Carin Standish

Thu, 13 Apr 2017 15:03:43 EDT

Margaret, Richard's passing is a great loss. The Scouting Community is deeply saddened by his passing. Richard was a great Leader who gave selflessly to all. He made a great impression on the youth he served and the adults who were blessed to serve alongside him. On behalf of the Southwest Michigan Wood Badge Association, I send our deepest condolences to you and your family.

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Thu, 13 Apr 2017 12:53:37 EDT