Marcus Matthew Richman

1970 ~ 2006

Marcus Matthew Martinez Vosgerau Richman, 35, loving son, father, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, sweetheart and friend passed away October 2, 2006 in Provo, Ut. Marcus was born on December 23, 1970 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Pattie Richman Martinez and Kenneth Martinez, later adopted by his father Jack Vosgerau. Marcus was very close to his grandparents, Weldon and Dorothy Richman and eventually took their last name because of his love for them.

He was married to Crystal Pendley, later divorced and Angela Brown, later divorced. Marcus was a darling young boy with an abounding energy and spirit. He loved playing hockey, hunting, fishing, and spending time at the family cabin in the mountains. Watching Marcus on ice skates was a joy to behold. He played hockey from the time he was 5-years-old and eventually played in the Salt Lake Winter Games two years in a row. Throughout his life he always had a kind fondness for and was a constant companion of his dogs.

Marcus is survived by his sweetheart, Tabitha Turpin; his daughter , Taylor Brianne; three sons, Elijah, Matthew and Marcus "Weldon;" beloved dogs, Pyro and Lover; his heartbroken family, mother Pattie (Bob) Dawson; grandparents, Weldon and Dorothy Richman; sisters, Megan and Amber Vosgerau and Jesse Dawson; brother, Carey Dawson; numerous relatives and friends.