Richard Austin Wilcox, O.D.
June 19, 1923 — October 19, 2005
Richard Austin Wilcox, O.D.
Dr. Richard A. Wilcox, loving husband of Teresa E. (nee Grygiel) Wilcox; proud father of the late Judith A. Wilcox, Kimerly J. Wilcox, and Richard T. Wilcox; adoring grandfather of the late Jason A. Luggen; and doting great-grandfather of Lauren A. Luggen and Tanner A. R. Luggen and their mother, Jami Harris; uncle to several nieces and nephews; passed away October 19, 2005 at Mercy Hospital of Fairfield.
He was born June 19, 1923 in Cleveland, Ohio, the son of Chauncey D. and Gertrude A. (Taylor) Wilcox. On August 7, 1942 he married Teresa Grygiel in Chicago, Illinois. Richard served his country during WWII in the United States Army Air Corps. There he flew over 40 combat missions as a bombardier. 2nd Lt. Wilcox was awarded: the distinguished Flying Cross; Air Medal with 5 oak leaf clusters; and the Asiatic Campaign ribbon with 6 battle stars. Also, Dr. Wilcox practiced Optometry in Cincinnati for 56 years, where he developed many meaningful relationships with his patients and was noted as a past President of the Cincinnati Optometric Association. He also served in other capacities such as Chairman of North College Hill Recreation Commission for 10 years and President of North College Hill Athletic Boosters for 2 years. Although his service to his patients and his community was important, he enjoyed nothing more than spending time with his loving family, especially his precious grandchildren. Dr. Wilcox will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Memorials may be made to the Neediest Kids of All, P.O. Box 631700, Cincinnati, OH 45263. The family will accept condolences at www.avancefuneralhome.com (Please see below and click on condolences)
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