From 1951 to 1957, Richard served in the Air Force. Later, he worked as a pilot employed by Delta Air Lines for 33 years. When he retired in 1992 he was flying L1011's to Europe .
Richard was the beloved husband of Kathleen for 57 years. He is survived by his wife, son Kevin and wife Elizabeth, daughter Suzanne and husband Bobby, son Brian, and son Brett. He is also survived by grandchildren; Shannon, Meghan, Alyssa, and Geena and step-grandchildren Aly and Anthony.