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Richard Lauder “Dick” McEwan
Richard Lauder McEwan, Sr. “Dickie” passed away unexpectedly on December 10th, 2024 from complications caused by pneumonia. The son of Winnifred and John McEwan, Richie was born in Albany, NY on January 21st, 1940. McEwan joined the U.S. Navy in 1960 where he served as a yeoman aboard the USS Newport News CA-148 and enjoyed numerous adventures and travel to many countries. Following his service, he graduated with a degree in business administration from Franklin and Marshall College.
Dick spent most of his 40+ year career working in sales and advertising in Richmond, VA where he and his first wife, Joan, raised their two sons Chardy & Briggs. Following Joan’s passing in 1995, Dickie moved to Irvington, VA drawn to the Chesapeake Bay by his passion for sailing. While living on the Northern Neck, he met his wife, Christie, and in 2003, they wed and he welcomed Laura as his daughter.
When their grand babies started to show up on the Outer Banks, Pop Pop and Meme relocated to Kill Devil Hills, NC where they amassed seven grands in seven years. The World’s Best Pop Pop became a regular and familiar fixture on the sidelines of ball fields, gymnasiums, and auditoriums from Buxton to Kitty Hawk, cheering on each of his grandchildren in all of their endeavors.
Always willing to share his time and talents, Dickie slayed retirement and stayed busy serving his Kitty Hawk United Methodist Church family and the Outer Banks Community in numerous capacities, regularly volunteering for Food for Thought, Meals on Wheels, and the Beach Food Pantry. With his tireless energy combined with his love for Jesus, his love for those around him, and his huge kind heart, DickieDo was the constant and steady rock – grounding force in a family of free spirits. His encouragement, positivity, and support for his friends and family was undeniable. His gift of gab and master storytelling skills (always a beginning, sometimes a middle, rarely an end) are what legends are made of.
Dick surely is already the life of the party in heaven where he will be welcomed by his Savior, his parents, his brothers Ed and Mac, and his wife of 27 years Joan. Meanwhile, his legacy will be celebrated and cherished here on Earth by his best friend and loving wife of 21 years Christie, his children Chardy (DJ) McEwan of Atlanta, GA, Briggs (Kristina) McEwan of Salvo, NC, and Laura (Matt) Thornbrough of Southern Shores, NC, his seven wild and wonderful grandchildren – Lily, Joan, Turner, Marin, Cedar, Genevieve, and Wyatt, numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family, and his countless friends.
A Celebration of this dear man’s Life Well Lived will take place at Kitty Hawk United Methodist Church on January 18th, 2025 at 2 pm with a reception following in the KHUMC Fellowship Hall. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Children & Youth Ministries of KHUMC, Interfaith Community Outreach, Food for Thought, or the Beach Food Pantry. Share words of comfort with the family and read the full obituary at www.gallopfuneralservices.com.
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Please accept my deepest condolences. Dick and I both volunteered with meals on wheels which is how we became friends!! He was great man and I always enjoyed our conversations. He will be missed by many of us and will be remembered as someone who cared for others and made a big difference for them!! Rest Easy Dick!! 🌹❤😔
Our deepest sympathy to all the family. Dick had such a good sense of humor, a kind and caring gentleman but most importantly, such a great friend. You will be missed old friend. We know you are in the arms of our Lord and Savior and looking down on all of us smiling. God Bless.
Dear family We are heartbroken & send our hugs…much love & many prayers.. we love you all We loved Dick very much… we are so very sorry!
Christie & all Dick's family: He was an amazing man, friend, and volunteer. His joy at helping others, sharing time with others, and learning alongside others, is only surpassed by his love of his family and the joy of his faith. I admired him and liked him as a good friend. He could make me laugh and I loved when I could make him laugh as well. My heart is with you Christie in this unsteady time missing your beloved. Diane
I can’t think of a finer man than Dick. Our prayers and condolences go out to the entire family.
We were so very sorry to hear of Dick's passing yesterday. What a wonderful man! In the brief moments we were able to share with him over the years we so enjoyed his company. We are heartbroken over your loss and will be praying for Christie and the family during this time. So grateful that his faith is now sight and for the assurance that we'll see him again, but oh how he will be missed. We love you!
Dick was one of the kindest, most caring & loving man I've ever know. In addition, he was a lot of fun! We have lost a dear friend & my heart hurts.
I am so very sorry for your loss. Dick was such a kind, giving and loving person that exemplified his faith and his walk with Christ. I will miss his laugh and his Sunday hugs. You and your family are in my prayers.
Christie, Laura, and family, I know first-hand how hard this is. My thoughts are with you.
So very sorry for your loss . My heart breaks for you and your family. Keeping you all in my prayers in this very difficult time. Praying God comforts you as only He can do ! 🙏💔🙏
Our heartfelt sympathies go out to Christie & all the family. Dick & I served in a Bible School class & he was just so much fun. He & Mike met weekly at the Men’s prayer breakfast. Dick will be greatly missed. Sending our love, hugs & prayers.
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Richard was a longtime favorite customer of mine at Rochelle Cleaners in Kitty Hawk. He will be missed.
Chardy and Briggs I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. My father also lives in Kill Devil Hills... what a small world. I will pray for you and your family during this difficult time.
We are shocked and saddened to hear of Dick's passing. He was such a kind and caring person, and will be greatly missed by all that had the opportunity to know him. Prayers for his family.
When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. Dick was so special to me and a good friend. He will be eternally missed. Please accept my heart felt sympathy!
I was deeply saddened to hear about Dickie's passing. He was such a kind and remarkable person, friend and father. I can only imagine the pain the family's going through especially during the holidays. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this incredibly difficult time. If there's anything I can do—whether it's helping with offering a listening ear, or just being there for support—please don't hesitate to let me know. Sending you strength, love, and comfort. With deepest sympathy, Eric (Tiny E)
Dear Family: Callie called me yesterday from NOLA just heartbroken to hear about Mr. Dick. He and Christie had such a profound impact on both my girls. We were always greeted with a huge smile and a bigger hug. We are heartbroken and will miss him dearly. All of our love, hugs and prayers
Christie, I am so sorry for your sudden loss. I work at the KDH Library very part time and have had the pleasure of speaking with you a number of times. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs, Mary Catherine
I am so sorry for your loss. May fond memories help to bring you peace
I met Dick when I married into the family to his brother in law Jon Mahanna in 1999. He made me feel immediately loved and welcome. What a wonderful sweet man...always with a funny story and a smile. He was so loved by so many and will be incredibly missed. What an amazing family!!
Dear Christie and Family, My sincere love and condolences for the huge hole in your hearts. He treasured each of you! Dick was a friend, Christian brother, Stephen Minister to my beloved late husband and confident to me. I will continue to pray with love for all of you. Peace, Lola
Dick was a wonderful man with a great sense of humor and a friendly, outgoing attitude. The last time we talked he thanked me for the Sunday School lesson I taught. Dick was always an encourager and we will miss him greatly. Love to his family.
I will miss his hugs our deepest sympathy in your great loss.
We are so saddened to hear of Dick’s unexpected passing. Sending heartfelt sympathy to you and all your family. Will miss his gentle loving smile.
Dear Christie & Family, May God comfort you during this difficult time of loss. Elaine & Steve
Christie, Laura, and family, Joe and I send our deepest condolences and sadness for your loss. Dick was a man who could light up a room with his smile and invite hugs from perfect strangers. Surely, he will be missed dearly by all those privileged to know him well. May God's Peace surround and sustain you.
Please accept my deepest condolences. Dick and I both volunteered with meals on wheels which is how we became friends!! He was great man and I always enjoyed our conversations. He will be missed by many of us and will be remembered as someone who cared for others and made a big difference for them!! Rest Easy Dick!! 🌹❤😔
Our deepest sympathy to all the family. Dick had such a good sense of humor, a kind and caring gentleman but most importantly, such a great friend. You will be missed old friend. We know you are in the arms of our Lord and Savior and looking down on all of us smiling. God Bless.
Dear family
We are heartbroken & send our hugs…much love & many prayers.. we love you all
We loved Dick very much… we are so very sorry!
Christie & all Dick’s family: He was an amazing man, friend, and volunteer. His joy at helping others, sharing time with others, and learning alongside others, is only surpassed by his love of his family and the joy of his faith. I admired him and liked him as a good friend. He could make me laugh and I loved when I could make him laugh as well. My heart is with you Christie in this unsteady time missing your beloved. Diane
I can’t think of a finer man than Dick. Our prayers and condolences go out to the entire family.
We were so very sorry to hear of Dick’s passing yesterday. What a wonderful man! In the brief moments we were able to share with him over the years we so enjoyed his company. We are heartbroken over your loss and will be praying for Christie and the family during this time. So grateful that his faith is now sight and for the assurance that we’ll see him again, but oh how he will be missed. We love you!
Dick was one of the kindest, most caring & loving man I’ve ever know. In addition, he was a lot of fun! We have lost a dear friend & my heart hurts.
I am so very sorry for your loss. Dick was such a kind, giving and loving person that exemplified his faith and his walk with Christ. I will miss his laugh and his Sunday hugs. You and your family are in my prayers.
Christie, Laura, and family, I know first-hand how hard this is. My thoughts are with you.
So very sorry for your loss . My heart breaks for you and your family. Keeping you all in my prayers in this very difficult time.
Praying God comforts you as only He can do ! 🙏💔🙏
Our heartfelt sympathies go out to Christie & all the family. Dick & I served in a Bible School class & he was just so much fun. He & Mike met weekly at the Men’s prayer breakfast. Dick will be greatly missed. Sending our love, hugs & prayers.
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Richard was a longtime favorite customer of mine at Rochelle Cleaners in Kitty Hawk. He will be missed.
Chardy and Briggs I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. My father also lives in Kill Devil Hills… what a small world. I will pray for you and your family during this difficult time.
We are shocked and saddened to hear of Dick’s passing. He was such a kind and caring person, and will be greatly missed by all that had the opportunity to know him. Prayers for his family.
When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. Dick was so special to me and a good friend. He will be eternally missed. Please accept my heart felt sympathy!
I was deeply saddened to hear about Dickie’s passing. He was such a kind and remarkable person, friend and father. I can only imagine the pain the family’s going through especially during the holidays.
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this incredibly difficult time. If there’s anything I can do—whether it’s helping with offering a listening ear, or just being there for support—please don’t hesitate to let me know.
Sending you strength, love, and comfort.
With deepest sympathy,
Eric (Tiny E)
Dear Family: Callie called me yesterday from NOLA just heartbroken to hear about Mr. Dick. He and Christie had such a profound impact on both my girls. We were always greeted with a huge smile and a bigger hug. We are heartbroken and will miss him dearly. All of our love, hugs and prayers
Christie, I am so sorry for your sudden loss. I work at the KDH Library very part time and have had the pleasure of speaking with you a number of times. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Hugs, Mary Catherine
I am so sorry for your loss. May fond memories help to bring you peace
I met Dick when I married into the family to his brother in law Jon Mahanna in 1999. He made me feel immediately loved and welcome. What a wonderful sweet man…always with a funny story and a smile. He was so loved by so many and will be incredibly missed. What an amazing family!!
Dear Christie and Family, My sincere love and condolences for the huge hole in your hearts. He treasured each of you! Dick was a friend, Christian brother, Stephen Minister to my beloved late husband and confident to me. I will continue to pray with love for all of you. Peace, Lola
Dick was a wonderful man with a great sense of humor and a friendly, outgoing attitude. The last time we talked he thanked me for the Sunday School lesson I taught. Dick was always an encourager and we will miss him greatly. Love to his family.
I will miss his hugs our deepest sympathy in your great loss.
We are so saddened to hear of Dick’s unexpected passing. Sending heartfelt sympathy to you and all your family. Will miss his gentle loving smile.
Dear Christie & Family,
May God comfort you during this difficult time of loss.
Elaine & Steve
Christie, Laura, and family,
Joe and I send our deepest condolences and sadness for your loss. Dick was a man who could light up a room with his smile and invite hugs from perfect strangers.
Surely, he will be missed dearly by all those privileged to know him well.
May God’s Peace surround and sustain you.