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1941
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2014
Richard Palmatary Obituary
A plane Captain with the Navy VS-35 squadron, he continued his expertise in aerospace at Sterer Engineering for 35 years before retiring. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, off-roading, and camping. Dick could be found at the Burbank Elks (where he created the veterans Helmet of Honor program, received special citations, and awards for his work),as well as the Burbank VFW where he was Captain.
A celebration of life will be held at the Burbank VFW November 15th 1PM-5PM. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in his name to the Burbank VFW.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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N Donald Rees
August 21, 2017
Richard's mother and our mom were best friends since 1931.
Richard Palmatary
November 14, 2014
My deepest sympathies to Bobbi and Bill.
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