Richard Earl Sanford

Richard "Rich" "P.C." Earl Sanford, age 66, of Hemet, CA, for 45 years, passed away surrounded by his loving family Saturday, November 3, 2012, at his home. "Rich" was born July 16, 1946 in Bremerton, Washington. He served our country proudly in the Army. He was a sales manager for 20 years. He was an avid golfer, an excellent cook, raised horses, enjoyed boating, loved to sing and perform karaoke, loved all kinds of music, enjoyed a good thrill ride and took a lot of pride in his classic cars.

He is survived by his parents Arthur Sanford and Betty Ann (Soule) Sanford of Port Orchard, Wa; three daughters; Andrea Ahern of San Luis Obispo, CA; April Sanford of Hemet, CA; Tiffany Gallardo, Lynwood, WA; one son Richard Sanford of Seattle, WA; two brothers Dennis Sanford of Port Angeles, WA; Patrick Sanford of Seattle WA; one sister Nancy Hintz, Charlotte, NC; his fiancé of 11 years Judy Parsons of Hemet CA; five step children Casey (Tammy) Riutcel, Jamie Ruitcel, Mikelen Ruitcel, Kellie Callicott and Brandy Ramirez.

Arrangements are being handled by Miller-Jones Mortuary & Crematory Hemet, 1501 W. Florida Avenue, Hemet, CA. Interment will be private at Riverside National Cemetery, Riverside, CA.

Please remember Rich by making memorial contributions in his name to Ramona Animal Shelter in San Jacinto.