Richard Yarde

Richard “Dick” Ralph Yarde, 72, died Feb. 16, 2013, in Kalispell surrounded by family.

He was born June 1, 1940, in Glasgow, to Ralph and Georgina (Ferron) Yarde. He attended Flathead County High School and received his electrical license in 1964.

He enjoyed horseback riding and fishing throughout the Bob Marshall Wilderness, playing the accordion, guitar and jamming.

Dick is survived by his wife Carol, of 26 years; son Scott Yarde and wife Laurel, of Kalispell; son Darren Yarde, of Kalispell; son Rich Yarde and wife Teresa, of Columbia Falls; son Mark Yarde and wife Missy, of Kalispell; daughter Becky Mariscal, of Kalispell; daughter Brenda Lynch and husband Mitch, of Kalispell; son Tom May, of Kalispell; 22 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; and extended family.

Memorial services were held Feb. 21, 2013, at Johnson-Gloschat Funeral Home in Kalispell.

The family suggests memorials be sent to Autism Society, 4340 East West Hwy., Ste. 350, Bethesda MD 20814.