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In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to one of Dick’s favorite charities:

Montgomery & Prince George’s Hospice (https://montgomeryhospice.org…)
CFC International (https://cfcsybdrome.org/donate)
Tunnel to Towers (https://t2t.org/donate)
St Jude Children’s Research Hospital (https://stjude.org)
Wounded Warrior Project (https://woundedwarriorproject…)

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G. Richard "Dick" Backus, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and esteemed professional, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 9, 2024, at the age of 88, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Dayton, Ohio, Dick lived a full and rewarding life marked by love, intelligence, and generosity.

Dick's journey in life was marked by an unwavering commitment to education and excellence. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Physics and Mathematics …

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Dick was the consummate professional who was beloved by his clients. 
Dick was the consummate professional who was beloved by his clients. 
Dick was the consummate professional who was beloved by his clie…
My condolences to the family. I first met Mr. Backus when he worked at International Business Services in the 1980's.  …
My condolences to the family. I first met Mr. Backus when he worked at International Business Servi…
My condolences to the family. I first met Mr. Backus when he wor…

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1935
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February 9th, 2024
Potomac, MD

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