WINTER HAVEN - Reverend Richard H. “Dick” Chilton, 89, of Winter Haven, FL died on April 24, 2007 at his residence where he lived with his wife, Jerry and grandson, Peter J. Kent.

 
A native of Lone Wolf, Oklahoma, Reverend Chilton married his college sweetheart Geraldine Elizabeth Whitmer in 1942. They were married for 64 years. Reverend Chilton graduated from Phillips University in 1945 where he was awarded Bachelor of Arts, Master of Arts and Bachelor of Divinity Degrees. His was a full time minister in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) serving churches in Oklahoma and Texas for over forty years. After his retirement he served as Associate Minister with the Haines City Christian Church.

Reverend and Mrs. Chilton moved to Winter Haven in 1989. He is survived by his wife, Geraldine Elizabeth Chilton and five children, Charles (Nancy) Chilton, Dr. Robert (Elaine) Chilton, Cynthia Kent, Connie (Jeff) Howard and Carol (Ron) DeAtley. Survivors also include a brother, Raymond Chilton, a sister, Lillie Mullinax, nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Reverend Chilton was active in the YMCA and Chamber of Commerce in Oklahoma City and Dallas. He enjoyed walking and gardening with his wife, Jerry, and spending time with his family.

A memorial service will be held at First Presbyterian Church in Winter Haven, FL at 11 am on Saturday, April 28th. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Meals on Wheels, 620 Sixth Street NW, Winter Haven, FL 33881.