Richard M Townsend

He was born November 1, 1935 in Springfield Massachusetts. Dick was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 55 years, Joan Cole Townsend; his parents Bernard William and Margaret Turnbull Townsend; and three brothers Brooks, Robert, and William Townsend. Here to continue Dick’s legacy are his daughters Cheryl Ann Townsend (Cindi) and Sandra T Clare (David); three grandsons Evan Cole, Kyle Mason, and Connor David Clare; his sister-in-law Linda Cole; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Dick graduated from Springfield College, MA and proudly served his country in the US Army Reserves. He worked at Travelers Insurance Company until retiring- then Seneca Risk Services until his second retirement.

Dick was a member of Immanuel U.C.C. for 55 years and loved singing in the church choir. He served in many leadership roles in church council and enjoyed the Hui-O Fews. He loved his family and his church, the Red Sox, the Patriots, golf, and of course UK and UofL. His favorite pastime was reading and playing cards at Bonnycastle Club.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to Immanuel U.C.C., 2300 Taylorsville Road Louisville, KY 40205.

Visitation will be held Sunday March 8, 2020 from 2-7pm at Arch L. Heady at Resthaven Funeral Home, 4400 Bardstown Road. A funeral service in Dick’s honor will be Monday March 9, 2020 at 12 pm at the funeral home. Dick will be laid to rest in Resthaven Memorial Park.