Richard E."Dick" Savage

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Richard E. “Dick” Savage on October 3, 2023. Dick lived a fulfilling life with his beloved wife of 40 years, Beverly, and his devoted family and friends. Not afraid to strike up a conversation with strangers, Dick befriended everyone he met and treated all as equals. His compassion and honesty were part of his core and people regularly sought his advice and trusted his insights. He lived his life with passion and integrity and instilled these values within his family. These traits contributed to his successful and highly reputable sales career, where he founded his own company, Valley Metal Sales. His expertise and commitment allowed him to continue selling steel long into his retirement. His attentiveness has set the standard for all. Over his 93 years, Dick lived in New Jersey, Michigan, and Granby, Connecticut which influenced his passion and love for the local sports teams such as the Michigan Wolverines, New York Giants, and Hartford Whalers. Dick shared his passion for sports with his family and cheered them on whenever possible, but watching baseball was his favorite, especially when it was his beloved New York Yankees. A true American, Dick served in the United States Air Force and never met a hot dog or cherry pie he couldn’t pass up. Richard and Beverly cherished the sunsets and tranquility of Siesta Key, Florida. His devotion to Beverly was unwavering. They made many lifelong friends at the White Sands community where Wednesday Night happy hours, Friday Night dinners, and Spring Training excursions were plentiful. Richard and Beverly loved to travel and experience new places. They took many cruises, toured Europe, and explored Canada. He loved reading the newspaper every morning - checking the latest sports scores, and stock market trends, but most importantly, connecting with his family’s locations through the daily weather outlook. Richard was preceded in death by his daughter Kelly McElmon, great-grandson Alexander Himebaugh, his son Richard “Rick” W. Savage, and son, Gary T. Savage. Richard is survived by family members whom he cherished and loved deeply. They will continue to honor his legacy. His wife, Beverly Savage, son Craig Savage, daughter Sheri Wells & her husband Forrest, seven grandchildren: Andrea (Jeremy) Himebaugh, Allison (Chaz) Vicino, Renee (Dave) McGrath, Richard (Elizabeth) Savage, Thomas (Rachel) Savage, Randy Savage, Forrest Wells IV, and nine great-grandchildren: Oliver & Huxley McGrath, Anna & Ray Vicino, Evalyn Himebaugh, Brooke & Grady Savage, and William & Emma Savage. A funeral service will be held in his honor at 9:30 AM on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at St. Boniface Episcopal Church, 5615 Midnight Pass Road, Sarasota, FL 34342. It will be followed by a full military honors ceremony at 11:30 AM at the Sarasota National Cemetery, at 9810 State Road 72, Sarasota, FL 34241. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donating to the American Cancer Society at https://donate.cancer.org.

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Richard E."Dick" Savage

October 3, 2023