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[Michael Kasey]

Mr. Richard C Lindsey


March 21, 1935 - January 22, 2015

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On Thursday, January 22, 2015, Richard Clare Lindsey (79) of Stuart, FL, a
dearly-loved father, grandfather, brother, and friend departed this life for
his eternal home with God. Dad was born on March 21, 1935 in Shermansille,
PA, to Kenneth and Ruth Keppel- Lindsey. At the age of 8, he began working
on the neighbors' farms, and at 14 he went to work for Bill Bollard's
Plumbing Shop, which he later said was one of the best things that ever
happened to him. In his 1953 yearbook, Dad was voted most likely to succeed
by his classmates at Conneaut Lake High School. Dad showed a talent for
baseball at an early age when he played... 

On Thursday, January 22, 2015, Richard Clare Lindsey (79) of Stuart, FL, a
dearly-loved father, grandfather, brother, and friend departed this life for
his eternal home with God. Dad was born on March 21, 1935 in Shermansille,
PA, to Kenneth and Ruth Keppel- Lindsey. At the age of 8, he began working
on the neighbors' farms, and at 14 he went to work for Bill Bollard's
Plumbing Shop, which he later said was one of the best things that ever
happened to him. In his 1953 yearbook, Dad was voted most likely to succeed
by his classmates at Conneaut Lake High School. Dad showed a talent for
baseball at an early age when he played center field for the Shermansville
Robins and for his high school, which led to an invitation to try out for
the Chicago Cubs, but God had different plans for him. After serving in the
Army and receiving his license as a master plumber, Dad moved to Stuart
where he opened R.C. Lindsey Plumbing in February 1962, which is still in
operation today as a testimony to Dad's hard work and commitment to quality
customer service. Although Dad earned an outstanding reputation in the
plumbing business, what he was most proud of was his five independent and
"productive" daughters-Melody Lindsey-Roane of Richmond, VA, Dr. Merry
Lindsey of Jackson, MS, Lorrie Lindsey, Jewel Lindsey-Sands and Mona Lindsey
all of Stuart, FL. He is also survived by three grandsons, Branden Sands and
Evan and Cameron Beaver of Stuart, FL, a brother, Kenneth Lindsey of Gates,
OR, and a sister Diane McGuire of Citrus Heights, CA. During the 1970s, Dad
was proud to serve as a volunteer EMT in Martin County, and in 1976 he ran
for the County Commission. He was an avid hunter and enjoyed working on his
farm in Monticello, FL growing pecans. He loved going to Port St. Lucie Mets
baseball games, walking the beach for miles and, most importantly, spending
time with his daughters. Dad was always passionate about fighting for
individual rights, and If he believed in your cause, you had a tireless
advocate and worker. At 79, Dad could still outwork most twenty-year-olds.
It is fitting to say that on January 22, our world changed forever. We will
carry on his legacy of integrity, hard work, and loyalty to family, friends,
and country. When Dad exited this life and entered eternity, we are sure God
said, "Well-done, good and faithful servant." The pecan orchards of heaven
will be forever well-tended and cared for. The family of Richard C. Lindsey
will receive visitors on Tuesday evening from 5:00 to 8:00 at Aycock Funeral
Home Young and Prill Chapel located at 6801 S.E. Federal Hwy. in south
Stuart. A Celebration of Life will take place on Wednesday, January 28, at
10:00 A.M. at the funeral home. A graveside service will follow at Fern Hill
Cemetery located at 1501 S. Kanner Hwy.


Aycock Funeral Home


6801 SE FEDERAL HWY
STUART <http://www.legacy.com/funeral-homes/directory/florida/stuart> , FL
<http://www.legacy.com/funeral-homes/directory/florida> 34997
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