Dick was a graduate of Morehead State University in Kentucky, a private (stunt) pilot, and a distinguished lion tamer. He enjoyed boating, traveling, cracking jokes, and spending time fishing with his grandchildren. Dick moved to Texas in 1971 to start a manufacturing sales rep business with his father covering Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana. He earned numerous Salesman of the Year awards for his hard work and dedication.
Dick was a successful salesman, a loving husband, a devoted father and grandfather, and the favorite uncle. He is survived by his wife Marlene, sons Steve, Mark, and Mike, their wives, ten grandchildren, and by sister Carol of Lexington, Kentucky. Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 5th at 12:00 pm at Sparkman Funeral Home in Richardson, with services immediately following.