Richard graduated from North High School. He retired from Alcoa after working there for 38 years. Richard was a member of Methodist Temple, Newburgh Masonic Lodge and Wood Carvers. He enjoyed painting, wood carving and gardening.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, June Cissell and Helen Nelson; brother, William Durgy.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Dottie; son, William Durgy (Tracy); daughter, Seby Durgy; grandchildren, Andrew, Sarah and Hannah Durgy; brother, David Bell; sister-in-law, Darlene Aker; nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 9, 2019 at Methodist Temple Church, officiated by Pastor Pat Jackson. Friends may visit from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, April 8, 2019 at Alexander East Chapel, with Masonic Services.
Memorial contributions may be made to The ARC of Evansville, 615 West Virginia Street, Evansville, IN. 47710.
