Richard L. Wolven
Richard L. Wolven, 51, of Cape Coral died April 27, 2010. He was born June 20, 1958, to Patricia and John Wolven in Kingston, N.Y. He was the oldest of two siblings, Debra and John. He leaves behind many aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was married to Doreen on March 15, 1980, in Palenville, N.Y. He was first employed by Borden Dairy where he was a milkman on route sales and later moved to Velda Farms. He later was employed as a store team manager. Most recently was employed by Publix Supermarkets where he started as produce clerk to assistant produce manager and his greatest achievement he became produce manager.
He was an very intelligent man, a hard worker and a strong family man. He is loved so very much by his family and friends. He had a great sense of humor, always happy and smiling. He loved life with his wife and children and his two dogs, Chloe and Charlie. His new home was his pride and joy and he spent numerous hours woking outside to maintain its beauty. He never stopped moving even when he was tired and in his last days he still kept going and never complained. Richard we love you.
He had resided in Florida since 1982.
He leaves behind his wife, Doreen Wolven; his three children, Matthew 28, Jeffrey, 24, and Ashley, 21; and a grandson, Gavin.
Visitation will be held Sunday, May 2, from 1-4 p.m. in the chapel of Coral Ridge Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Monday, May 3, at 1 p.m.