I am so blessed to have had the Kindwall family in my life.  Warren and I love our extended family in Pacific City - our  memories and gatherings keep our lives intertwined, from BBQ's on the ridge, Dory day parades, watching the river, fishing and many many visits.  Dick has always held a specific place in my heart.  He and I would sit and chat about local politics and he was one of my main advisors when I ran for Polk Co Commisioner - he knew the climate well, understood the barriers and helped me to have the courage to keep at it.  I have great respect and love for this man and will miss him greatly.  This I know, his beautiful and strong wife and family, his girls and grandkids will keep the legacy going.  Until we meet again and can sit by the river and chat - I will miss you Dick.

Our loss is Heaven's gain

Much love and respect

Sue

There are so many stories that come to mind when I think of Dick. I spent my childhood growing up around him as he and my father, Bud, were great friends. One particular story that comes to mind is the time we were out on the Foster’s Folly salmon fishing with Dick, my dad, local jeweler Don Brixius, and myself. We had launched from Depoe Bay on a blue bird day on the brine when it was discovered that they had run a little short of beer. A decision was made to launch through the surf on to Fogarty Beach. Dick ran up to the Surf Rider Resort and with a little wrangling with the bartender talked her into a couple of six packs- to go. Course there was quite a crowd that had gathered to watch the spectacle when Dick returned walking quite proudly with his six packs. We quickly turned the boat around and launched back through surfing to return to the catch.  

The old cronies from down town spent many hours at the ole Foster’s Sporting Goods store. There was an old refrigerator that housed all the fish bait. Bob LeFors was checking the bait cooler and pipped up that it was time to check the bait because it was “rotting”. Turns out Dick had opened it up and ripped a big one into just to mess with LeFors.

I could almost write a book of all the times spent with him. He was a real classic, with a humor that was second to none. I’ll forever remember that he had given me the nickname “Showboat”. I have nothing but the fondest memories of him.

Girls, his favorite blind down at the Duck Lake will always be opened to you if you ever want to come down to reminisce.

I grew up with the Kindwalls. I have so many special memories. Richard was always like another dad to me. I will never forget our fun trips, trying new foods like duck and frog legs, times at the beach, just so many fun times. I always felt welcome and loved. I am forever thankful and blessed to have known Richard and the whole family