He was born on August 25, 1930 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Warner and Norma Gregory.
He served in the United States Navy from July 8, 1948 to Jan 15, 1968. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Grand Prairie.
Richard is survived by his loving wife Shirley of 64 years; his children; Debbie and Dale Sims of Grand Prairie, TX. James and Bobbi Gregory of Raymore, MO, Susan and John Eubanks of Arlington, TX ; John and Patty Gregory of Belton, MO; and 13 Grandchildren and 9 Great Grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his Parents Warner and Norma Gregory; Brothers Donald, Arnold, and Tom Gregory; Granddaughter Kendahl Dawn Runion.
Visitation is scheduled for Monday, July 23, 2018 from 6-8pm at Grand Prairie Funeral Home at 733 Dalworth St. Grand Prairie TX, 75050.
The funeral service will take place on Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at 10:00 am, First Baptist Church of Grand Prairie at 950 Mayfield Rd Grand Prairie TX 75052. Burial is to follow at the DFW National Cemetery in Dallas, Texas.
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