He was born and raised in Riverside, California.
He was reunited with his parents Russell and Phyllis, brother Bill and Jerry, son Rich and grandsons Jerry and Josh.
Dick was a true outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing and camping. He enjoyed the annual fishing trip to Mammoth with his family where. He caught a 41/2 lb trout a couple of years ago.
He worked for Metropolitan Water District for 34 years.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years Doris, Daughters Catherine (Keith )Burke, Phyllis (Rick) Casper, Sons Doug (Diane) and Greg and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Services will be Private at Riverside National Cemetery.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.AchesonandGraham.com for the Godfrey family.