Richard Stephen Tryon

1950 - 2014

Richard Stephen Tryon obituary, 1950-2014, Charlotte, NC

BORN

1950

DIED

2014

FUNERAL HOME

Carothers Funeral Home at Gaston Memorial Park

2205 Williamsburg Drive

Gastonia, North Carolina

Richard Tryon Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 2, 2014.

Richard Stephen (Rick) Tryon passed away peacefully August 1, 2014 after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born in Fayetteville, NC on October 26, 1950 to James A. Tryon and Lillian M. Tryon and grew up in a military family and lived in numerous places including NC, GA, Germany and Okinawa, Japan. Rick received his education at Fayetteville Technical Institute, Randolph Community College and UNCC. Rick was a beloved son, brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend to those that knew him. He was artistic, creative and had a quirky but gentle sense of humor. He loved photography, drawing, music and old movies. His laid back approach to life will be missed by those that loved him.

Rick is survived by his mother, Lillian M. Tryon of Charlotte, brother, Wayne A. Tryon and wife, Lynn of Glastonbury, CT, sister, Sheila Tryon Newcomer and husband, Mike of Charlotte, best friend, Miriam Goforth of Mt. Holly, NC; nephews, Aidan Newcomer of Charlotte, Christian Tryon and wife, Rhonda of Cambridge, MA, niece, Heather Tryon Winship and husband, Matt of Suffield, CT; great-nieces, Lily and Katie Winship and Violet Tryon.

He is preceded in death by his father, Sergeant Major James A. Tryon.

Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to Robin Johnson Hospice House, P.O. Box 3984, Gastonia, NC 28054.

Online condolences may be made at: www.carothersfuneralhomegastonia.com

Carothers Funeral Home, Gastonia is serving the Tryon family.

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March 1, 2015

Dean Poole

I am an old friend of Rick's from back in the RCC days.
We were like brothers.
I had been trying to reunite with him in the past year and wish I had been more aggressive.
I've never had a better friend and had more fun...canoeing biking repelling and interesting talks and music.
I do wish that we'd stayed in touch.
My heart felt condolences.

August 6, 2014

Elda Richard

My sweet nephew, you were one of a kind. We will miss you, but we will meet again. For now, I know you are flying with the angels. Love and miss you always

August 5, 2014

Pamela Taylor Blackmore

I am so sorry for your loss. I know he will be truly missed, the good memories will always continue in your hearts. God Bless You all. Prayers and love to you

August 3, 2014

Miriam

When I think of you my friend Rick, I think of all the fun and happy times that I would have missed out on if not for a wonderful friend like you. I cannot help to feel grateful and blessed to have had a friend I loved so much who loved me back just the same.Goodbye for now my friend Rick until we meet again. With lots of love and memories, Miriam

August 3, 2014

When I think of you my friend Rick, I think of all the fun and happy times I would have missed out on if not for a wonderful friend like you. I cannot help to feel grateful and blessed to have had a friend that I loved so much who loved me back just the same. Goodbye my friend Rick until we meet again. With Love, Your friend Miriam

August 3, 2014

Robin Grigg

So sorry to hear of your brother's passing. Please know that you and your Family are in my thoughts and prayers.

August 3, 2014

Fred/Jan Antonio

You will be missed by friends and family. Our love and thoughts are with you all as you say good bye to a dear son, brother, brother in law, uncle and friend. Rick, you are at peace now. Fred and Jan Antonio, Middletown, ct.

August 3, 2014

Carroll and Frankie Mcandrew

Rest in peace with Jesus until we meet again dear friend. Rick was the best neighbor and friend we knew and will never forget the kindness he showed our family.

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