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Richard C. West, 87, of Makakilo, HI, passed away peacefully in Waipahu on February 17, 2025. Born in Aurora, IL, he spent most of his life on O'ahu. He graduated from the University of Hawai'i in 1961 and served in the US Army for the two years that followed. Among other things, he enjoyed golf, reading, Neil Diamond, and a good steak. He was a devoted husband for nearly 55 years and a loving father and grandpa.

Richard is predeceased by his parents and sister, and survived by wife Arline West (nee Takano), daughter Melissa Patton (nee West), and two grandchildren.

A celebration of life will take place at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at Makakilo Bible Church. 

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Melissa, we were very sorry to hear about your Dad's passing.  He was a kind and gentle soul, and a great man.  I know …
Melissa, we were very sorry to hear about your Dad's passing.  He was a kind and gentle soul, and a…
Melissa, we were very sorry to hear about your Dad's passing.  H…
Our prayers are with you all. Richard was such a gentle man and I remember him always having a smile on his face and he…
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