Richard Lightle, age 77, passed away peacefully in his home in Colorado Springs, CO on July 18, 2018.
Richard was born on October 15, 1940 in Griggsville, IL, to Phyllis and Ted Lightle. He graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1958. Richard received a full scholarship to attend the Art Institute of Chicago. He joined the US Marine Corps. He was very proud of his service. After serving 3 years, he moved to Kansas City, MO, where he worked for City Hall and several architectural firms. During his time at Linscott Haylett and Associates, he worked on the Kansas City Chiefs' new stadium and the Alameda Plaza Hotel among other projects. While living in Kansas City he also earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in English Language and Literature at the University of Missouri, Kansas City.
He met and married his wife, Suzanne Nelson, in 1972 and in 1976 their first daughter, Amy, was born. In 1977, they followed their dream of moving to Colorado to enjoy the beautiful mountains and to indulge in their great love of camping, hiking and backpacking. They went camping for the next 40 years and took pride in using just a small backpacking-type tent. In 1979 their second daughter, Nicole, was born.
Richard worked for many years for the architectural firm of John James Wallace and Associates. He completed significant projects in Colorado. Included among his achievements are working on the Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts, renovations at the Fine Arts Center, and serving as the Project Architect for First National Bank in Colorado Springs and for the Visitor Center at the United States Air Force Academy. The Visitor Center has been recognized with numerous design awards including the Defense Department's Blue Seal for Design Excellence, its highest award. After he started his own firm, his projects included Aspen Valley High School and helping design the Castle Rock Police Department Headquarters. He served as president of the South Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), and was active in the Colorado Chapter of AIA.
Richard built a considerable library over the years and was very well read, particularly in history and literature. He could answer any question put to him about the Civil War, WWI, WWII and European history. Richard and Suzy loved to travel and took several trips to Europe, as well as traveling extensively in the United States. They particularly enjoyed touring historical sites and homes, including many Frank Lloyd Wright homes and buildings. Their favorite was Fallingwater in Pennsylvania. They also enjoyed camping in various national parks; Rocky Mountain National Park was their favorite.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Toni; and his brother, Rex.
Richard is survived by his wife, Suzy; three children, Richard Lincoln Lightle (Paula), Amy Bobro (Anton), Nicole Lightle; and five grandchildren, Ashley Bobro, Cooper Bobro, Erik Lightle, Caitlyn Lightle, Miranda Sharp (Joel) and former daughter-in-law, Catherine. He is also survived by his brother, Garry Lightle.
A private family memorial was held in Kansas City last week. The family requests that memorial donations be made to Craig Hospital of Englewood, CO or Pikes Peak Hospice of Colorado Springs.
Published on the Cappadona Funeral Home website and, in abridged form, in the August 5, 2018 edition of The (Colorado Springs, CO) Gazette
Richard was born on October 15, 1940 in Griggsville, IL, to Phyllis and Ted Lightle. He graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1958. Richard received a full scholarship to attend the Art Institute of Chicago. He joined the US Marine Corps. He was very proud of his service. After serving 3 years, he moved to Kansas City, MO, where he worked for City Hall and several architectural firms. During his time at Linscott Haylett and Associates, he worked on the Kansas City Chiefs' new stadium and the Alameda Plaza Hotel among other projects. While living in Kansas City he also earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in English Language and Literature at the University of Missouri, Kansas City.
He met and married his wife, Suzanne Nelson, in 1972 and in 1976 their first daughter, Amy, was born. In 1977, they followed their dream of moving to Colorado to enjoy the beautiful mountains and to indulge in their great love of camping, hiking and backpacking. They went camping for the next 40 years and took pride in using just a small backpacking-type tent. In 1979 their second daughter, Nicole, was born.
Richard worked for many years for the architectural firm of John James Wallace and Associates. He completed significant projects in Colorado. Included among his achievements are working on the Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts, renovations at the Fine Arts Center, and serving as the Project Architect for First National Bank in Colorado Springs and for the Visitor Center at the United States Air Force Academy. The Visitor Center has been recognized with numerous design awards including the Defense Department's Blue Seal for Design Excellence, its highest award. After he started his own firm, his projects included Aspen Valley High School and helping design the Castle Rock Police Department Headquarters. He served as president of the South Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), and was active in the Colorado Chapter of AIA.
Richard built a considerable library over the years and was very well read, particularly in history and literature. He could answer any question put to him about the Civil War, WWI, WWII and European history. Richard and Suzy loved to travel and took several trips to Europe, as well as traveling extensively in the United States. They particularly enjoyed touring historical sites and homes, including many Frank Lloyd Wright homes and buildings. Their favorite was Fallingwater in Pennsylvania. They also enjoyed camping in various national parks; Rocky Mountain National Park was their favorite.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Toni; and his brother, Rex.
Richard is survived by his wife, Suzy; three children, Richard Lincoln Lightle (Paula), Amy Bobro (Anton), Nicole Lightle; and five grandchildren, Ashley Bobro, Cooper Bobro, Erik Lightle, Caitlyn Lightle, Miranda Sharp (Joel) and former daughter-in-law, Catherine. He is also survived by his brother, Garry Lightle.
A private family memorial was held in Kansas City last week. The family requests that memorial donations be made to Craig Hospital of Englewood, CO or Pikes Peak Hospice of Colorado Springs.
Published on the Cappadona Funeral Home website and, in abridged form, in the August 5, 2018 edition of The (Colorado Springs, CO) Gazette
Richard Lightle, age 77, passed away peacefully in his home in Colorado Springs, CO on July 18, 2018.
Richard was born on October 15, 1940 in Griggsville, IL, to Phyllis and Ted Lightle. He graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1958. Richard received a full scholarship to attend the Art Institute of Chicago. He joined the US Marine Corps. He was very proud of his service. After serving 3 years, he moved to Kansas City, MO, where he worked for City Hall and several architectural firms. During his time at Linscott Haylett and Associates, he worked on the Kansas City Chiefs' new stadium and the Alameda Plaza Hotel among other projects. While living in Kansas City he also earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in English Language and Literature at the University of Missouri, Kansas City.
He met and married his wife, Suzanne Nelson, in 1972 and in 1976 their first daughter, Amy, was born. In 1977, they followed their dream of moving to Colorado to enjoy the beautiful mountains and to indulge in their great love of camping, hiking and backpacking. They went camping for the next 40 years and took pride in using just a small backpacking-type tent. In 1979 their second daughter, Nicole, was born.
Richard worked for many years for the architectural firm of John James Wallace and Associates. He completed significant projects in Colorado. Included among his achievements are working on the Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts, renovations at the Fine Arts Center, and serving as the Project Architect for First National Bank in Colorado Springs and for the Visitor Center at the United States Air Force Academy. The Visitor Center has been recognized with numerous design awards including the Defense Department's Blue Seal for Design Excellence, its highest award. After he started his own firm, his projects included Aspen Valley High School and helping design the Castle Rock Police Department Headquarters. He served as president of the South Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), and was active in the Colorado Chapter of AIA.
Richard built a considerable library over the years and was very well read, particularly in history and literature. He could answer any question put to him about the Civil War, WWI, WWII and European history. Richard and Suzy loved to travel and took several trips to Europe, as well as traveling extensively in the United States. They particularly enjoyed touring historical sites and homes, including many Frank Lloyd Wright homes and buildings. Their favorite was Fallingwater in Pennsylvania. They also enjoyed camping in various national parks; Rocky Mountain National Park was their favorite.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Toni; and his brother, Rex.
Richard is survived by his wife, Suzy; three children, Richard Lincoln Lightle (Paula), Amy Bobro (Anton), Nicole Lightle; and five grandchildren, Ashley Bobro, Cooper Bobro, Erik Lightle, Caitlyn Lightle, Miranda Sharp (Joel) and former daughter-in-law, Catherine. He is also survived by his brother, Garry Lightle.
A private family memorial was held in Kansas City last week. The family requests that memorial donations be made to Craig Hospital of Englewood, CO or Pikes Peak Hospice of Colorado Springs.
Published on the Cappadona Funeral Home website and, in abridged form, in the August 5, 2018 edition of The (Colorado Springs, CO) Gazette
Richard was born on October 15, 1940 in Griggsville, IL, to Phyllis and Ted Lightle. He graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1958. Richard received a full scholarship to attend the Art Institute of Chicago. He joined the US Marine Corps. He was very proud of his service. After serving 3 years, he moved to Kansas City, MO, where he worked for City Hall and several architectural firms. During his time at Linscott Haylett and Associates, he worked on the Kansas City Chiefs' new stadium and the Alameda Plaza Hotel among other projects. While living in Kansas City he also earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in English Language and Literature at the University of Missouri, Kansas City.
He met and married his wife, Suzanne Nelson, in 1972 and in 1976 their first daughter, Amy, was born. In 1977, they followed their dream of moving to Colorado to enjoy the beautiful mountains and to indulge in their great love of camping, hiking and backpacking. They went camping for the next 40 years and took pride in using just a small backpacking-type tent. In 1979 their second daughter, Nicole, was born.
Richard worked for many years for the architectural firm of John James Wallace and Associates. He completed significant projects in Colorado. Included among his achievements are working on the Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts, renovations at the Fine Arts Center, and serving as the Project Architect for First National Bank in Colorado Springs and for the Visitor Center at the United States Air Force Academy. The Visitor Center has been recognized with numerous design awards including the Defense Department's Blue Seal for Design Excellence, its highest award. After he started his own firm, his projects included Aspen Valley High School and helping design the Castle Rock Police Department Headquarters. He served as president of the South Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), and was active in the Colorado Chapter of AIA.
Richard built a considerable library over the years and was very well read, particularly in history and literature. He could answer any question put to him about the Civil War, WWI, WWII and European history. Richard and Suzy loved to travel and took several trips to Europe, as well as traveling extensively in the United States. They particularly enjoyed touring historical sites and homes, including many Frank Lloyd Wright homes and buildings. Their favorite was Fallingwater in Pennsylvania. They also enjoyed camping in various national parks; Rocky Mountain National Park was their favorite.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Toni; and his brother, Rex.
Richard is survived by his wife, Suzy; three children, Richard Lincoln Lightle (Paula), Amy Bobro (Anton), Nicole Lightle; and five grandchildren, Ashley Bobro, Cooper Bobro, Erik Lightle, Caitlyn Lightle, Miranda Sharp (Joel) and former daughter-in-law, Catherine. He is also survived by his brother, Garry Lightle.
A private family memorial was held in Kansas City last week. The family requests that memorial donations be made to Craig Hospital of Englewood, CO or Pikes Peak Hospice of Colorado Springs.
Published on the Cappadona Funeral Home website and, in abridged form, in the August 5, 2018 edition of The (Colorado Springs, CO) Gazette
