In October of 2014, Dick and Carole adopted a small, mixed breed dog. It was love at first sight for Dick and Willy and the two were always by each other's side. Willy was Dick's loyal and loving companion until the end.
Our family is forever grateful for Willy who brought more joy than we could have possibly imagined.
"You're the best Willy"
In their final years together, Dick and Carole made time with family the greatest priority. During these years they had many fun adventures and made many special memories with their children and grandchildren. Everyday Dick would say to Carole, "I feel so fortunate, l love our family and I love where we live, we are so blessed."
Dick and Carole eventually moved to Whispering Palms where they enjoyed living and watching their grandchildren and great-grandchildren grow. In 2011 Dick and Carole jointly retired from real estate with lots of fun memories and gratitude for the community of clients, fellow agents and brokers that they loved so much.
Dick enjoyed a distinguished career as a commercial and residential Real Estate Broker for 40 years. He was well known for his honesty and integrity, serving on the National Association of Realtors Ethics Committee and being designated as an Honorary Member-for-life by the California Association of Realtors.
While living in California, Dick met the love his life and wife of 53 years, Carole Tibbetts. In 1968 they moved their growing family to Rancho Santa Fe. As an active member of the community, he served as PTO President, Tennis Club President and Village Church Elder.
In 1948 he enlisted in the Army under the Selected Service Act. After completing his service, Dick moved to California to attend the University of Redlands. During his sophomore year, he was recalled to active duty in Korea where he served 1 year, 1 month and a day. Upon returning, Dick graduated from the University of Redlands, received an MA from Claremont Graduate School and was accepted into the Doctoral Candidate program in Educational Psychology at USC.
Born in Waltham, Massachusetts in 1930, Dick had fond childhood memories of growing up on the east coast.
