Richard Shore's Obituary
Richard Shore was born August 26, 1934 in Cumberland County, IL to Dick Shore and Maxine Swarthout Shore along with one sister, Donna McCoy who still resides in Casey, IL. Richard was married to Patsy Wade Shore in March of 1955 in New Orleans, LA. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Pat and son Richard Ralph. They were blessed with four children: Candy Lue, Jillie Lynn, Richard Ralph, and Joy Patricia. Richard was grandfather to five, Cathy R. Gallaway Jennifer C. Smith, Michael A. Pucino, Elliott Braswell, III, and Rebecca Braswell. He also had five great grandchildren: Shelby J. Jumper, Elliott Braswell, IV, Tradd L. Smith, Luke J. Braswell, and Gabriella E. Pucino. Richard was honorably discharged from the U.S. Navy in 1955 and joined the Charleston Naval Shipyard. He retired in 1989 after 35 years of service. In his earlier years in South Carolina, he served as volunteer fireman in St. Andrews. He enjoyed traveling, fishing and loved NASCAR racing. Richard went home to be with Lord January 15, 2013 while visiting his daughter and family in Corpus Christy, TX after a long battle with heart disease and diabetes. Richard passed peacefully and finished well. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, April 29, 2013 at the Block Cemetery, rural Cumberland County, IL with Rev. Larry Howard officiating. To view the full obituary, send a condolence message, light a candle or post photos, visit www.markwellfuneralhome.com. Markwell Funeral Home of Casey, IL is in charge of the arrangements.Block Cemetery, west of Hazel Dell, IL SERVICES Service Monday, April 29, 2013 1:00 PM Block Cemetery, west of Hazel Dell, IL
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