Richard was born the son of Richard Sr. and Virginia (Christenson) Loverde in Detroit, Michigan, on September 1, 1952. Richard graduated from Denby High School, class of 1970. Richard married Dorothy Lams on December 2, 1983, and they made their home in Troy. Richard had a career with Stroh Brewery and later with his family’s wholesale florist.
Richard had a strong personality with an opinion to match. He filled the room with his presence. Richard loved meeting new people, talking about history and politics. He loved oldies and nostalgia and was a huge fan of Godfather movies. Richard enjoyed traveling with his wife to London, Belgium, and Paris.
Richard is survived by his wife Dorothy Loverde; Victoria (Dean) Jones; brother John Loverde; and a multitude of nieces and nephews; and the caring girls next door.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association online at www.heart.org or the National Kidney Foundation online at www.nkfm.org
No services will be held at this time.
