Richard James “Dick” O’Mara passed into eternity on April 23, 2020 at the age of 89 in the arms of Shirl, his loving wife of 63 years. Dick was the son of Jim and Ruth O’Mara and brother to Pat O’Mara (Joan) and a proud Army veteran. Dick was an avid motorcyclist and hot rod enthusiast. Dick built award winning custom cars, including the O’Mara-Eckholm Special he drove to a land speed record at Bonneville and membership in the 200 MPH Club. Dick was a toymaker as well. His hand painted, all steel toy trucks are treasured by friends and family, especially his nieces and nephews, Edmond Woestendiek, Rob Woestendiek (Nancy), Joe Barnard, Mike O’Mara (Annie), Tim O’Mara (Val), Susan Burks (David) and Kelly Kinnaman (Ken). Dick’s family and friends will miss him deeply and will remember him always.
Services: Visitation at KUTIS SOUTH COUNTY CHAPEL 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd. on Wed., Apr. 29, 2020 from 11 a.m. until time of service at 2 p.m. Concludes at Funeral Home.
My Uncle Dick was the “coolest” uncle a guy could have. I’ll always remember the days we spent together hanging out in his garage.
Going to really miss you !!
My Uncle Dick was the “coolest” uncle a guy could have. I’ll always remember the days we spent together hanging out in his garage.
Going to really miss you !!
So sorry, Shirley. I’ve often thought about you and Dick, after Ken’s passing, and was going to visit with you at the nursing home, but then this Corona virus happened. Everything is changing so fast. Just remember all the fun times you’ve had, and know that he is now at peace. Contact me by e-mail when things settle down.
So sorry, Shirley. I’ve often thought about you and Dick, after Ken’s passing, and was going to visit with you at the nursing home, but then this Corona virus happened. Everything is changing so fast. Just remember all the fun times you’ve had, and know that he is now at peace. Contact me by e-mail when things settle down.
Dick will be missed, but wonderful memories for many. One of my favorite memories is when I was 19 (now 76) after spending the night with Dick and Shirl, Dick drove me to work in his new Corvette, I believe the first year it came out. Other good memories, but one of my favorites.
Dick will be missed, but wonderful memories for many. One of my favorite memories is when I was 19 (now 76) after spending the night with Dick and Shirl, Dick drove me to work in his new Corvette, I believe the first year it came out. Other good memories, but one of my favorites.
I am so sorry for your loss. I didn’t know your husband personally, but I’m sure he was a lucky man to be you husband all those years. May he rest in heavenly peace.
My prayers & deepest sympathies are with you Shirl.
I am so sorry for your loss. I didn’t know your husband personally, but I’m sure he was a lucky man to be you husband all those years. May he rest in heavenly peace.
My prayers & deepest sympathies are with you Shirl.
So sorry to hear of Dick’s passing. We shared many good times and have wonderful memories of our times together. Dick was quite a guy and very talented in many areas. Harlan still treasures the toys Dick made for him years ago. He will be missed by his friends and family. You will be in our thoughts and prayers
So sorry to hear of Dick’s passing. We shared many good times and have wonderful memories of our times together. Dick was quite a guy and very talented in many areas. Harlan still treasures the toys Dick made for him years ago. He will be missed by his friends and family. You will be in our thoughts and prayers
Shirley
So sorry to hear of Dick’s passing . Jack and I had a lot of good times with him he was so talented in all he did. I know you will miss him like I miss Jack. So much knowledge lost.
I know one thing for sure, anyone that could put up with Dick for 63 years has to be a Saint, in my thoughts and prayers always.
Harry
Shirley
So sorry to hear of Dick’s passing . Jack and I had a lot of good times with him he was so talented in all he did. I know you will miss him like I miss Jack. So much knowledge lost.
I know one thing for sure, anyone that could put up with Dick for 63 years has to be a Saint, in my thoughts and prayers always.
Harry
Just heard of Dicks passing. A real craftsman and racer friend. Really enjoyed our times on the salt and dinners in Wendover after a full day of racing. Dick was so proud of his 200 MPH jacket and gold ring. Gods speed friend, Bobby & Peggy Moore
Just heard of Dicks passing. A real craftsman and racer friend. Really enjoyed our times on the salt and dinners in Wendover after a full day of racing. Dick was so proud of his 200 MPH jacket and gold ring. Gods speed friend, Bobby & Peggy Moore
I’m also very sorry to hear of Dick’s passing. I just found out thru the internet. I was going thru some old photos and ran across a picture that he wrote some words down….”Hi ZUK. I miss the good times we all had Jeepin together. Let’s do it again sometime. Your Friend Dick O’mara
The picture was dated Aug 1998 and was of him and Shirl and the Jeep up in Ouray at 13,000 feet.
I’m also very sorry to hear of Dick’s passing. I just found out thru the internet. I was going thru some old photos and ran across a picture that he wrote some words down….”Hi ZUK. I miss the good times we all had Jeepin together. Let’s do it again sometime. Your Friend Dick O’mara
The picture was dated Aug 1998 and was of him and Shirl and the Jeep up in Ouray at 13,000 feet.