Richard arrived in Boulder on his 21st birthday, September 3, 1963. He had a long career at the University of Colorado as a computer systems manager and was a respected member of the wider community.
He is survived by his wife, Susan Barney Jones; his daughter Kathryn Jones Grosscup (Scott) of Glenwood Springs; his son, Peter Jones (Tara) of Boulder; and three grandsons.
A private family burial is planned.
Arrangements for a memorial service will be announced at a later date.