It was taken at Rio Vista High School by Dick's friend, Gary Blaisdell.

DICK

My Husband of 45 years

He was driving along one afternoon,

When he spied a cute little chick.

Pulling alongside, he smiled and said

To her, "Hello, my name is Dick."

He opened the door and held out his hand

As she accepted his offer to take a spin.

And while they rode around the town,

She thought that his heart she must win.

He bought her a ring to wear on her hand,

Her love he wore in his heart.

When wedding vows were said to her Dad

Their life's journey was about to start.

The children came and life was busy

With work, family and friends.

The children grew up, had kids of their own,

Now the pleasure never ends.

Your birthday is here once again.

Seems they come around once every year.

We will have some cake and ice cream too,

And surround you with family so dear.

We will sing to you a birthday song,

We'll wish you health and good cheer.

I'll say Happy Birthday with all the rest,

And give all my love to you, dear.

- Neona Owen 2000