- Date Of Birth: October 15, 1940
- Date Of Death: July 18, 2018
- State: Colorado
Richard Lightle, age 77, passed away peacefully in his home in Colorado Springs, CO on July 18, 2018. Richard was born on October 15, 1940 in Griggsville, IL, to Phyllis and Ted Lightle. He graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1958. Richard received a full scholarship to attend the Art Institute of Chicago. He joined the US Marine Corps.
He met and married his wife, Suzanne Nelson, in 1972 and in 1976 their first born daughter, Amy, was born. In 1977, they followed their dream of moving to Colorado to enjoy the beautiful mountains and to indulge in their great love of camping, hiking and backpacking. They went camping for the next 40 years and took pride in using just a small backpacking type tent. In 1979 their second daughter, Nicole, was born.
Richard worked for many years for the architectural firm of John James Wallace and Associates. He completed significant projects in Colorado.
Richard built a considerable library over the years and was very well read, particularly in history and literature. He could answer any question put to him about the Civil War, WWI, WWII and European history. Richard and Suzy loved to travel and took several trips to Europe, as was as traveling extensively in the United States. They particularly enjoyed touring historical sites and homes, including many Frank Lloyd Wright homes and buildings. Their favorite was Falling Water in Pennsylvania. They also enjoyed camping in various National Parks; Rocky Mountain National Park was their favorite.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Toni; and his brother, Rex. Richard is survived by his wife, Suzy; three children, Richard Lincoln Lightle (Paula), Amy Bobro (Anton), Nicole Lightle; and five grandchildren, Ashley Bobro, Cooper Bobro, Erik Lightle, Caitlyn Lightle, Miranda Sharp (Joel) and former daughter-in-law, Catherine. He is also survived by his brother, Garry Lightle.
