Don "Reese" Richard

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Frances Beglis Richard; daughter, Renee Richard; family friend, Leigh Camilleri of Mobile, Alabama; son, Reed Richard and his wife Debbie of Nederland, Texas; granddaughter, Hannah Richard; grandson, Trey Duval; sister, Jane Ann Richard of Lake Charles; nephew, Barry Nicks Jr; niece, Susan Nicks; along with a host of other relatives.

Reese was preceded in death by his parents, Bernie and Jenel "Tottie" Moreau Richard; and his sister, Mary Dee Richard Nicks.

Visitation will be at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Vinton, Louisiana on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 beginning at 9:00 am, followed by a Eulogy at 10:00 am, Rosary at 10:30 am, followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am, led by Father Carlos Garcia.

Burial will be at Big Woods Cemetery in Edgerly, Louisiana.

A special thanks to All Saints Hospice Services, especially nurse Callie and the CNA's. Also, his caregiver, Jill Leger.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to your local Knights of Columbus.

Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hixsonvinton.com.