Gary Gene Richard

The Army brought his parents, to Copperas Cove, Texas where he met Linda, his high school sweetheart and love of his life. They were married for 54 years. They went on to have two beautiful children, Steven and Diane who loved him unconditionally.

Gary was a great provider for his family, joining the National Guard and working a thirty year career at PepsiCola.

In his spare time, Gary enjoyed being outside whether it be; camping, play golf, hunting or just sitting on the back porch.

The best way to describe Gary was "Family Man". A loving husband, father and grandfather. He was always there for them. Being his son's best friend, he was always a person he could talk to. They talked every single day about whatever was on their minds. He was always there for his daughter and her family and through tough times with his grandson.

Gary loved his family and will forever be missed.

Gary is preceded in death by parents; Darwin and Ida Richard.

Gary is survived by wife; Linda Richard, children; Steven Richard and Diane Hardy, grandchildren; Madison, Lincoln and Savannah.

A visitation for Gary will be held Friday, October 28, 2022 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Crawford-Bowers Funeral Home, 211 W Avenue B, Copperas Cove, Texas. A funeral service will occur Saturday, October 29, 2022 at 10:00 AM, 211 W Avenue B, Copperas Cove, Texas. Burial to follow at Kempner City Cemetery, Kempner, Texas.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.crawfordbowerscopperascove.com for the Richard family.