He was married to Rosie (Stuber) for 66 years.
He was in the Army in Japan and worked for the Washington Stove Works for 38 years and did small engine repair.
He is survived by his wife, son Richard Jr.(Bonnie) and daughter in law; Janet, grandchildren; Brenda, Jennifer(Ross) and Toby, and his three little favorites Molly, Murphy and Little Shaver.
Richard was preceded in death by his Mom and Dad, brother; Don and son; Robert Allen (Bobby), and daughter-in-law; Pam.
No Service but there will be a family gathering later. He will be greatly missed.
Memorials may be made to the Monroe Senior Center, Monroe, WA. www.eastcountyseniorcenter.org
Arrangements under the direction of Purdy & Kerr with Dawson Funeral Home, Monroe, WA.