Richard was a veteran proudly serving in the Navy.
He will be sadly missed by his wife Virginia, two daughters, Amanda Beam and Catherine Fisher, a brother James Fisher, a grandchild, John Christopher Beam and a great grandchild, Braden Michael.
Friends may call at the Fountainhead funeral home, Palm Bay Tuesday, May 17, 2011 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, May 18, 2011 at 10:00 am at the Joy Lutheran Church 3174 Jupiter Blvd. SE, Palm Bay.