Richard G. Phares
Funeral Information
Home:
Garnett, KS
Date of Death:
January 26, 2012
Place of Birth:
Garnett, KS
Birthdate:
September 16, 1954
Age:
57
Funeral Service:
Saturday, January 28, 2012 10:30 AM Holy Angels Catholic Church, Garnett, KS
Interment:
Holy Angels Cemetery, Garnett, KS
Biography
Richard Gail "Rick" Phares, age 57, of Garnett, Kansas, passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2012, at Anderson County Long Term Care in Garnett, Kansas.
He was born on September 16, 1954, at the Anderson County Hospital in Garnett, Kansas, the fourth son of Harold A. and Olive (Newcomb) Phares.
Rick was one of "God's Special Angels", as he was born with Down's syndrome and lived with his parents until residing at Tri-Ko Residential Housing in Osawatomie, Kansas in the later years of his life.
He was well known at Tri-Ko, working in the workshop many years and making many friends with clients and staff. His love of music and dancing prevailed throughout his life. He competed in several Special Olympics events with teammates, which was a great joy for him.
Rick was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Olive Phares; brother Phillip and wife Beverly Phares; brother Jack Phares; and nephew Stanton Phares.
Richard is survived by his brother, Paul Phares and wife Jo Ella of Garnett; sister-in-law Judy Phares of Phoenix, Arizona; and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, January 28, 2012, at Holy Angels Catholic Church in Garnett, Kansas. Burial will follow in the Holy Angels Cemetery in Garnett. After burial, the family will meet with friends and family at the Phares residence, 240 W. 3rd Street in Garnett. Memorial contributions may be made to Tri-Ko Inc., or Holy Angels Building Fund, or the Charity of your choice, and left in care of the funeral home.
He was born on September 16, 1954, at the Anderson County Hospital in Garnett, Kansas, the fourth son of Harold A. and Olive (Newcomb) Phares.
Rick was one of "God's Special Angels", as he was born with Down's syndrome and lived with his parents until residing at Tri-Ko Residential Housing in Osawatomie, Kansas in the later years of his life.
He was well known at Tri-Ko, working in the workshop many years and making many friends with clients and staff. His love of music and dancing prevailed throughout his life. He competed in several Special Olympics events with teammates, which was a great joy for him.
Rick was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Olive Phares; brother Phillip and wife Beverly Phares; brother Jack Phares; and nephew Stanton Phares.
Richard is survived by his brother, Paul Phares and wife Jo Ella of Garnett; sister-in-law Judy Phares of Phoenix, Arizona; and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, January 28, 2012, at Holy Angels Catholic Church in Garnett, Kansas. Burial will follow in the Holy Angels Cemetery in Garnett. After burial, the family will meet with friends and family at the Phares residence, 240 W. 3rd Street in Garnett. Memorial contributions may be made to Tri-Ko Inc., or Holy Angels Building Fund, or the Charity of your choice, and left in care of the funeral home.
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Nancy Schuster
2012-01-26 23:20:32
Paul, JoElla and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
Bob & Franque Meliza
2012-01-27 02:28:40
Paul and JoElla, So sorry to hear of Rick's passing. We have many memories of him. Know he will be missed. Our love and sympathy to you
Kerri Mains
2012-01-27 03:17:34
Phares family, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers as you say your final goodbyes to Rick.
I first met Rick when I was in grade school. He lived across the street from a friend. He sure was a character back then.
Then when I worked at Tri-ko Rick was one of "my guys" for awhile. Never a dull moment and you just never new what he was gonna say next. Brings a smile to my face thinking of some of the Rick moments. Rejoice in the memories of your special angel. He is up with his momma probably talking her leg off now! I remember when she would come to visit him and it was the highlight of his week! Defineately one of a kind!
Jack Phares Family
2012-01-27 03:24:23
Sorry we can't be there with you. You are in our hearts. Love to all
Krista Phares
2012-01-27 05:51:09
Uncle Ricky: Play country music, shoot pool and play checkers. Give my love to all.
Paul, JoElla and Family: May God Bless You for your devoted love, attention and care to Ricky. Ricky had a great brother and family.
Debbie Wilper
2012-01-27 14:59:06
So sorry to hear that you have lost Ricky. I will always smile when I think of Ricky, lots of memories of growing up in our neighborhood and him on his bicycle stopping and spending some time with us. I'm sure he's smiling down on you now.
Carol Prothe
2012-01-27 16:16:44
I remember riding his bike and being at the pool everyday. You know he is in heaven has now we all have a true angel watching us all.
Jacque Woody
2012-01-27 16:45:03
Good bye Rick. Thank you Paul and Jo for everything you did for Rick. I'm sorry I cannot be there with you all but I am thinking of all of you.
Mike & Helen Norman
2012-01-28 15:23:22
Paul & JoElla,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless!
Mary Fagg
2012-01-29 18:14:25
Paul, JoElla and families, I am sorry to hear of Ricky's passing, but he was a special person who got to spend some time here with us here on earth.
Gary & Kathy Rommelfanger
2012-01-30 04:47:52
Paul & Jo Ella, so sorry to hear of Ricks passing. He was always such a fun special guy. Your family is in our prayers.
Sue Zentner
2012-02-01 18:20:55
I remember Ricky riding his bike almost everyday to Kingsolver Drug Store where he would sit at the end of the counter and order a coke. He would tell us what his adventure was going to be for the day. Then he was off to find it, whether it was to the record store, swimming, or just riding around. When he had somewhere in mind he wanted to go, there was no stopping him :-) He most generally always had a smile on his face.
Penny Layton
2012-02-01 22:18:15
So sorry to here of your loss he was always so pleasant and friendly!
Chris Rockers
2012-02-12 02:54:19
God Bless his soul! What a guy. I always enjoyed visiting with him. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.