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Obituary

Richard Avis is survived by his wife of 66 years Emily, two sons Rick and Ken and their wives Jennifer and Patty, daughter Amy, grandson Brent Avis and his wife Anjuli, siblings Gail and Michele as well as many nieces and nephews.

Three things defined Richard “Dick” Avis’s life: his deep love for his God Jehovah, his devotion to his family, and his passion for helping others serve Jehovah — especially young people.

Richard was …

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I was sad to hear. Br. Avis helped many including my family, he had a special connection with the kids always encouragi…
I was sad to hear. Br. Avis helped many including my family, he had a special connection with the k…
I was sad to hear. Br. Avis helped many including my family, he …

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Born

1938
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Started Pioneering

1954
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Went to Bethel

April 11th, 1955
Brooklyn, NY

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Richard Avis