Richard “Dick” L. Palmer 86, of St. Petersburg, FL passed away February 8, 2021. He was born and raised in Dearborn, Michigan to Floyd E. and Doris I Palmer. He graduated from Dearborn High School in 1953 and then completed a 3-year tour in the US Army. Upon returning from the Army, he met the love of his life, Norma Jean Lowe and they married on November 19, 1960. Together they raised 3 boys.
Dick was a cement contractor for he and his father’s company, Palmer Cement, located in Dearborn MI. Dick and Jean enjoyed vacationing in Florida and in 1979 made the big move to Florida. They both enjoyed spending weekends at their property in Weeki Wachee with their family and friends. Mostly, they enjoyed being with their three sons and their families wherever they were. He was an avid Bowler.
Dick was preceded in death by his wife, Jean. He is survived by his sons, Mark (Mary), Jeff (Wendy) and Rick (Tracy); his dear brother and sister in law, uncle Kent and aunt Joan; grandchildren, Tim, Amanda, Matt and Alexia; great grandchildren, Timmy, Chelsey, Aubrey, Jake, Brice, Kingsley, Keegan and Karson.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Seminole Lanes, 8668 Park Blvd. Seminole, FL 33777 on Sunday February 28th from 2-4pm.