He is preceded in death by his parents Fay & Claris Stevens, and one brother, Bernard Stevens.
He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Lois Stevens and 3 children, Teresa Cole (Lee), Richie Stevens (Shauna) and Angie Ridge.
8 grandchildren, Jennifer Stephenson (Greg), Lindsay Jordan (Jerrell), Ashley Ridge (Zach), Brittany Robertson (Matt), Joshua Stevens (Ayla), Brady Ridge (Ashtyn), Karlie West, Joseph Stevens (Emory), 21 great-grandchildren, one sister Bennie Faye Smith, also extended family members, Tony & Erin Hight (2 children), Staff Sargent Mr. James Smith (1 child) and Clifton Ridge.
Richard was a faithful servant of God, and served as the music director at Everett Baptist Church for 29 years. He loved spending time playing cards with friends, going to the car races, but most of all, he loved his family and spending his time with his grand children. He spent many years going to sporting events, showing his support. He was a very special man that touched so many lives. He will forever be missed. Until we meet again.
Memorial service will be 2pm to 4pm Saturday, January 8, 2022 at Everett Baptist Church, Hooks, TX.
Palms 136:1
Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever.
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