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Richard R Durant

May 17, 1935 ~ July 6, 2016 (age 81) 81 Years Old

Welcome to the memorial page for

Richard R Durant

May 17, 1935 ~ July 6, 2016 (age 81) 81 Years Old

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Message from Hank Parker

July 27, 2016 9:30 PM

I am sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a wonderful man with a big heart. The men at LZ Sherry both respected and admired him. I am very happy that Top and I had a chance to visit on the telephone before I left for Asia but I am sad that I was not here when he died. I will miss him but know he is settled in at Fiddlers Green having a cold one with the boys of B battery and 1st Sgt. was a tremendous leader of young men. RIP my friend.

A candle was lit by Heather Storkan on July 11, 2016 9:43 AM

Message from KY

July 10, 2016 10:02 AM

Please accept my condolences. I am so sorry for your loss.
He has left footprints in so many hearts and lives and will be greatly missed.
My heart goes out to the entire family as you mourn the passing of him.
I wish for you all strength, love and understanding during these trying times..

A candle was lit by S.L.Morgan on July 10, 2016 9:50 AM

Message from John Clay

July 9, 2016 2:48 PM

I am so sorry for your loss. Top was truly a friend to all who served with him at LZ Sherry.
John Clay
Temecula, Ca.

Message from Ronald Walker

July 9, 2016 7:58 AM

Just a few words to say I'm sorry for your loss. I had the privilege of severing with 1st Sgt Durant at LZ Sherry in Vietnam from April 69-70. We all called him Top
Sincerely, Ronald Walker
Plant City, Fla
813-752-8690

Message from James Ciulla

July 8, 2016 10:34 PM

My deepest sympathy goes out to the whole Durant family. Sergeant Durant was my ROTC instructor all through high school until I graduated in 88. He was my mentor and always tried to get me not to go into the Marines. We still stayed in contact he even drove out to see me to go camping and fishing with me in Las Vegas.. I will sure miss the long talks we had on the phone. 8 years ago I drove to Missouri to see him sure enough he gave me an old pop up tent trailer that had that have about 3 million ladybugs in it to drive back to Vegas and refurbish.. I still use that camper to this date and I will think about him this winter when I use it again. I will miss my teacher my mentor and my fellow soldier. RIP SGT DURANT..

Message from Angela Patten

July 8, 2016 9:31 PM

Richard is no longer in pain. That being said I will miss my teacher, mentor, and friend terribly. From our outings for beer and Mexican to his calls of concern and friendship. I never thought we would bond as we did and stay in each other's life's for over 30 years. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. He always said "love you kid", ...love you as well Sir.

Expression of Sympathy

A TRADITION AND SPLENDOR was sent on July 8, 2016

On behalf of the men of the 5th of the 27th Field Artillery B Battery Bulls, Vietnam 1969 and 1970, we offer our condolences.

A candle was lit by Angela Patten on July 8, 2016 7:44 PM

Message from Chuck Wagoner

July 8, 2016 9:42 AM

Sorry to hear of Dick's passing. I always enjoyed his humor and friendly smile. My condolences to Dick's family.

A candle was lit by Caroline on July 7, 2016 8:05 PM

Message from Caroline Barbush

July 7, 2016 8:04 PM

I am so sorry for your loss. Now he is out of pain. I send all my love and prayers and hope that you find comfort in that he is in a better place.