Richard Allen (Rick) Shifferly

Richard (Rick) Allen Shifferly, 68, died July 1, 2015. Rick achieved his dream of moving back to Texas. The Navy was his life for 20 years, where he served in Vietnam, Guam, Maryland, Virginia, Washington, California, and Texas. Rick logged many hours as part of flight crews on C121's and C130's. Upon retirement, Rick worked with the Navy training planes in Kingsville, Texas and Meridian, Mississippi. Another adventure for Rick was to own a semi and flatbed trailer. He leased on with Landstar and saw a lot of the country. Farming with his Grandpa and Dad in Ohio gave Rick a lifelong love of the land. Rick enjoyed fixing and repairing. Rick's Florida family and friends were a treat, especially his hotel family and Sanctuary neighbors. Friends dropped by with challenges. "Ya gotta be smarter than what you're working on" was a teasing reply. Family was first in Rick's heart. Rick and Carol have three daughters: Barbie (Tim Piper), Christy (Omar Gonzales), and Jenny. His precious grandchildren were the joy of Rick's soul: Ayla and Chloe Gonzales, Knox Sloan, and Ryan Tapee. Rick will always be loved by Beverly Yurchiak (sister), Terry (Debbie) Shifferly (brother), Sarah Tapee and Kevin (Kirsten) Tapee. A lovely, kind, smart and beautiful man who will remain in our hearts always. Love You Mr. Rick!