Richard was born in Jacksonville, Florida on January 4,1946 to Maggie Ella (McCormick) and Edgar Richard Roof, Sr.
Survived by his wife Deloris Bishop; Son, Rich (Crystal) Roof and Daughter, Stacy (Glen) Clark.
Sister, Anne Barger. Grandchildren: Zachary Clark, Natalie Clark, Hannah Roof, Ethan Roof, Caleb Roof and Abigail Roof.
A memorial service for Richard will be held Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Oakleaf Baptist Church, 800 Oakleaf Plantation Parkway, Orange Park, Florida 32065.
Committal services will be announced at a later time at Jacksonville National Cemetery.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hardage-giddensrivermead.com for the Roof, family.