Richard "Rick" Calvin Tarrance

Richard (Rick) Calvin Tarrance, a life long resident of Gadsden, AL passed away unexpectedly on January 22, 2022 at the age of 70. A funeral service will be held at 11:00AM on Saturday, January 29, 2022 at The Tabernacle Church in Gadsden. Pastor Tommy Marshall, Pastor Don Arnold, and Pastor Cyndi Fountain will officiate. Burial will follow at Rainbow Memorial Gardens. Collier-Butler Funeral and Cremation Services is in charge of arrangements.

Rick is survived by his brother, Ronnie Tarrance; children, Britney Ponder and Blake Tarrance; grandchildren, Chace Tarrance and Tristen Tarrance; great-grandchildren, Brody Tarrance and Jordan Christmas; and last but not least, his four-legged best friend, Tyson. He is preceded in death by his parents, Calvin and Charlsie Tarrance; and his brother, Randy Tarrance.

Rick was born in Gadsden, AL on June 9, 1951. He graduated from Gadsden High School in 1969. In 1987, Rich grew a passion for computers and began studying from home. He didn’t have a degree in computer engineering, but that never stopped him from learning everything there is to know about technology. In 1992, he was recognized as the “Father of Modern-Day Tele-Radiology and Medical Imaging” and even on his last days, he was researching natural remedies to cure cancer.

Rick challenged himself in everything he did and was driven to make a difference in the world. In his spare time, he loved to watch Alabama Football and surround himself with family and friends. If you knew Rick then you could expect a “Roll Tide” every Saturday. His hobbies were playing golf and finding/collecting arrow heads and fossils. Rick will especially be remembered for his witty personality and ability to put a smile on everyone’s face. He will be deeply missed by his friends, family, and all who knew him.

The family will accept friends at Collier-Butler Funeral Home from 6 to 8PM on Friday, January 28, 2022.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.collier-butler.com for the family.