Moon, Richard C., Ph.D, 87, passed away June 6, 2014, in Tampa.
He was preceded in death by his dear daughter, Kathy Hartzel. He is survived by his loving wife, Frances; brother, Donald (Jane) Moon; A blended family including children, Gail (Barry) Davis, Richard A. Moon, Tom Urbanski, Terry Demonica, Michel (John) Siblik, Ted Urbanski; Grandchildren, Michael Davis, Heather Hartzel, Matthew Hartzel, Emma Demonica, Ollie Urbanski, Kate Demonica, Piper Siblik, Maret Siblik. Fondly remembered by cousin Bob (Laverne) Redmeier.
Born in Beech Grove, Indiana; he went on to proudly serve in World War II as a submariner on the U.S.S. Segundo 398, attaining his Ph.D. from the University of Cincinnati, and achieving international renown for his Cancer research. After retiring from the University of Illinois Medical School at Chicago's Specialized Cancer Center in 1997, he relocated to Plant City, Florida, moving to University Village in 2010. He continued consulting work in his field until 2013. Dick was a member of the Brandon Elks Lodge #2383 and Brandon SubVets WWII organization.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude's Children's Research.
A Memorial Service will be held Monday, June 16, 2014 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm in Dining Room A at University Village, Tampa.
Burial at Bushnell National Cemetery at a later date.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
October 29, 2014
Mich Siblik
Pooh had many stages in his long life; overcoming so many obstacles and in the end, hopefully seeing how much he has given and received from so many.....You are missed every day.....Thanks for all bad and good times, and the many lessons along the way...Love all around,
Mich
September 13, 2014
Frances Moon
Bushnell Memorial
September 13, 2014
Frances Moon
Burial at Bushnell, July 25, 2014, Dick's 88th Birthday.
July 17, 2014
Frances Moon
July 17, 2014
Frances Moon
Terry and Dick
July 1, 2014
Ted Urbanski
Tom, Terry, Michel, and I were Blessed to have had our Father, and Dick as our step Father. Dick is a very good and honorable man, and he loves our Mother with all his Heart. I miss you already Dick. LovE, Ted
June 22, 2014
Frances Moon
June 22, 2014
Frances Moon
June 22, 2014
June 21, 2014
Frances Moon
June 20, 2014
Frances Moon
June 19, 2014
Frances Moon
June 18, 2014
Frances Moon
June 17, 2014
Raju Mehta
Dr. Moon helped make careers of many scientists including me. He will always be in our hearts and prayers.
June 13, 2014
Judy & 'Scholar' Blake
Dick was a favorite friend at University Village. We will miss his dour humor, and even more his wise counsel. When I heard about his washing the kitchen floor in Fran's house when he was courting her, I knew he was one smart gentleman---he has never failed to live up to my first impression! RIP, dear friend; we love you.
Judy and 'Scholar' Blake
June 12, 2014
Our thoughts are with you. The Weinstock Family
June 10, 2014
Ted-Faith Moskal
It was a privilege to know Dick. He was a good friend to us both. He will truly be missed
June 10, 2014
Frances Moon
June 10, 2014
Gail Davis
I will miss you so much dad. I love you. Be with the rest of our family in peace.
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