Richard Wright (Dick) Carlisle |
| Posted 2015-05-24 by Sharla |
| David’s Desert Chapel Funeral Home, Wickenburg, Arizona Richard Wright Carlisle of Phoenix, Arizona passed away surrounded by his family and loved ones on May 17, 2015 after a long courageous battle with prostate cancer. Richard was born on January 16, 1939 in Logon, Utah. Richard met the love of his life Pam Peter and married Pam on December 28, 1963 and had 5 children. “The Good Doctor, Dick Carlisle, Papa,” was a fun loving, spirited man who lived life to the fullest. A travel buff, he visited many countries of the world from New Zealand to the Seychelles Islands. He loved a good adventure both professionally and personally. A talented physician, he practiced Urology, Family Medicine and Emergency Medicine in more than three states. A cancer survivor for 15 years, he never let anything get in his way of living a decent, moral and principled life. Richard thoughtfully taught his five children to cherish every moment and remember these important words of wisdom: “Work hard, be a good citizen. Have passion for whatever you do, and when you feel like you have given all that you can give, give more.” His motto is exactly how Dick lived his live. Dick was a proud member of many organizations, Knights of Columbus, 4th Degree, Desert Caballeros Riders, Hospice of the Valley Pet Therapy and Volunteer and the Wickenburg Elk’s Lodge #2160 where he held the Position of Exalted Ruler and then moved up to the State of Arizona Elk’s Vice President. Dick’s hobbies include Golfing, Gourmet Cooking, Hiking, Horseback Riding, biking, Skiing, Playing the guitar but most of all his favorite hobby was spending time with his family. Dick was preceded in death by his parents Ruth and Thain Carlisle and survived by his wife Pam Peter Carlisle, and his five children Cathleen Carlisle-Detzel, Christopher Carlisle, M.D., Ken Carlisle, Kimberly O’Leary and Corinne Araza. Service are May 21st, 2015 11:00 at the St. James Roman Catholic Church in Glendale, AZ with burial to follow in Holy Redeemer Cemetery. Donations can be made to the “Elk’s National Foundation” in honor of Richard W Carlisle, Elk’s Lodge #2160. Website Link: http://www.elks.org/ENF/GivingMethods.cfm See Also: Find A Grave |
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