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Richard Carl Cordell

November 4, 1943 — February 20, 2015

Richard Carl Cordell
November 3, 1943 - February 21, 2015

Richard Carl Cordell, 71, passed into the loving arms of his Heavenly Father on February 21, 2015, at his home in Flora Vista. he was born November 3, 1943, in Durango, Colorado , to Wade and Patty Cordell.

Rick was well known to go out of his way to help anyone. He loved his family, his tractors, chasing hot air balloons and camping, and he never passed up a chance to hold the hand of a "Pretty Girl." Always quick with a joke, no matter how corny, he loved life! Rick was proud of his time served on the Crash Salvation Crew in the Navy. He served on the USS Intrepid. He was also proud of his 22 years of sobriety.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Wade and Patty Cordell; and one brother Joel Cordell.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara Cordell; Son, Bob Creed; daughters Wendy, Mangum,Lorie Cordell and Shelley Hall; brothers, Spike, Jerry, Larry and Pat; sisters ,Gloria and Joyce; grandchildren, Lesslie, Steven, Josh,Tyler, Chantelle, and Justin; great-grands, Zaidan and Faith(Curly).

A Memorial service celebrating his life and accomplishments is planned for the near future.

Rick's care is entrusted to Alternative Choice Funeral Home, 804 N. Dustin Ave., Farmington, (505)325-9611. Those who wish to leave their condolences may do so at www.serenityandcompany.com


Flora Vista
Richard Carl Cordell
Nov. 3, 1943 - Feb. 21, 2015
Richard Carl Cordell, 71, of Flora Vista, passed away on Feb. 21, 2015, in Flora Vista. He was born Nov. 3, 1943, in Durango, Colo.
A memorial service will be at 10 a.m. Friday, May 22 at the Vietnam Veteran's Park, 3801 N. Butler Ave. in Farmington.
Rick's care is entrusted to Alternative Choice Burial and Cremation, 804 N. Dustin Ave. in Farmington, 505-325-9611. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at www.serenityandcompany.com http://www.serenityandcompany.com.

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