Richard R. Wiebe Sr.
70, Grovetown, Ga. CMS gt. Richard R. (Dick) Wiebe Sr., USAF (Ret), 70, departed on April 24, 2012, on an "Angel Flight" to heaven.
Born and raised in Newton, he graduated high school (1960) and entered the Air Force. During a 22-year career, he served various assignments in Africa, Europe, North America and Southeast Asia. While on active duty, he graduated from Park University with a bachelor's degree (cum laude).
Chief Wiebe received numerous awards during his career, including twice being named United States Air Force Personnel Manager of the Year. His 33 military decorations include the Bronze Star Medal, five Meritorious Service Medals and two Commendation Medals. He was a Vietnam veteran.
Dick is survived by his beloved wife, Turista (Terri); son, Richard (Tyra) Wiebe Jr.; grandsons, Richard Wiebe III and Jeremiah Wiebe; granddaughter, Karissa Wiebe, all of Evans, Ga.; along with brothers, Lewis (Geraldine) Wiebe of Newton and Dwight (Sally Jo) Wiebe of Wichita; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceding him in death were his parents, Harry and Martha (Martens) Wiebe, and an infant son.
Funeral services were on April 30, 2012, at Grove First Baptist Church, Grovetown, Ga., with the Rev. Steven Adams officiating. Burial is being scheduled at Arlington Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Grove First Baptist Church AWANA Program at P.O. Box 236, Grovetown, GA 30813.
Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Road, Augusta, GA 30907, (706) 364-8484, was in charge of the arrangements.
