Richard was employed at several different restaurants in the area and retired from Pontoni Meat Packing plant in Athens. After his retirement he worked in the laundry at Maple Lawn.
He is survived by 2 sisters Debbie Densmore of Rapid City, SD, Carolyn Babcock of Manistee, MI, and several nieces. He was predeceased by his parents and one sister Clara Koch.
Graveside services and burial of ashes will be held Monday April 18, 2916 at the Riverside Cemetery in Union City.