Richard “Dick” Kraus Tryon
Dick died Saturday, August 2nd, 2025.
Born in Cleveland, Ohio on May 11, 1946 to Clarke
and Mary Janet Tryon, he was the third of four children.
Dick moved to Sarasota, Florida in the early 70’s. He worked in banking at
Coast Federal which is where he was seduced by the
love of his life, Sue, who was also his boss. They
were best friends, married for 46 years. Their simple,
loving and steady marriage laid a strong foundation
for their entire family…what an incredible blessing!
They moved to Duluth in 1979 seeking a better
education system for their children. Dick managed
Williams Welding Supply and later changed careers,
working as a realtor for Stone Gate Realty until he
retired. He and Sue had nine years of wintering in
Florida before her passing. They loved it there and it
was a joy to witness!
He loved cooking and exploring the world around
him but the thing that he will be most remembered for
is his kind and gentle soul. Everyone who knew him
would agree…it was impossible not to love him.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, his
parents; sister, Pam DiFrancesco; sisters-in-law,
Barbara Muenzer, Sadie Tryon and Gretchen Losey;
and brother-in-law, Cliff Losey.
He is survived by son, Matt (Lisa); daughters, Molly,
Jenni (Jeremy Carlson), Sandy (Anish
Kommenthakkal); grandchildren, Jackson, Anthony,
Ina, Arya, and Suriya; his three grand dogs, Ranger,
Rufus and Maverick; brother, Bart Tryon; sister, Sandy
Vetter; brothers-in-law, Norm Muenzer and Tom
DiFrancesco; and several very special nieces and
nephews.
Dick’s daughter, Molly, spent the last four years
caring for him at home as his health declined.
Without her relentless determination to do this, his
final years would not have been nearly as wonderful
and comfortable as they were. He was blessed in
many ways but this act of love really tops the list!
The family would like to extend a special thank you
to friend and personal chef, R.J.; amazing and
devoted caregivers, Trista Henderickson and Katrina
Lund; and finally, Dr. Tim Kleinschmidt who cared for
Dick with the utmost compassion and patience.
Per Dick’s request, there will be no service. In lieu
of flowers, donations can be made to Solvay Hospice
House where he spent his last few days.
