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RICHARD "DICK" OREN HOYT
June 25, 1925 ~ May 11, 2014
Dick left his birthplace, Klammath Falls, OR, to join the Army Air Corp. He served in the WWII as a B17 Gunner. After the war, he graduated from OSU and began a 30-year career with Clark County PUD. Dick continued his service in the Oregon Air National Guard where he retired as a LT. Col. He was one of the first volunteers to break ground at the Clark County fair grounds, member of the Elks club, and Toastmasters. Known for his strong constitution and character, he survived 2 cancers. Dick loved lending a hand, dancing, socializing, and traveling with lifelong friends. He was passionate about family, wintering in AZ and an avid golfer.
Dick is survived by his 3 children: Lou Ann, Brad, and Cara; 4 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; and Betty J. Hoyt. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a gift in Dick Hoyt's memory to the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute. Make checks payable to the OHSU Foundation, send to Mail Stop 45, PO Box 4000, Portland, OR 97208. To make a gift online, please visit www.ohsufoundation.org or www.ondown.org
Please sign his Guest Book at www.columbian.com/obits.
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I want to extend my deepest sympathies to the Hoyt family on the loss of Dick. He was such a kind man and had a great sense of humor. It was a privilege to have known him. May he rest in peace.
Kathy Strahan
June 23, 2014
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pat (Mrs. Irvin) PUD Forgey
June 17, 2014
Please accept my sincerest condolences. May God and your fond
memories give you and your family comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Ms Porter
June 16, 2014
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