Richard was born October 2, 1933 in Lincoln, Nebraska. He passed away with his family by his side on March 12, 2014. He is survived by his Beloved wife Nancy of 38 years, also his sister Bonnie Richeson. Father of Peggy (Kevin) Hendrickson, Jo Ann Smith, Richard E. Craig Jr, Brian (Dawn), Mitchell (Nicole), Glen (Julia) and several grandchildren and great grandchildren. He will be truly missed by his family and all his acquaintances.