A native of Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Richard earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg in 1964. He was a Captain in the U.S. Marine Corp from 1966-1969 and served one tour in Viet Nam.
He was preceded in death by his parents Lamar and Elizabeth (Libby), and brother ,Lee.
Richard is survived by his beloved wife, Nancy, with whom he was married to for 47 years. Additional survivors include sister, Lynn Stuart, nephew Randy and many family members.
After moving to Temple in 1981, Richard had a 2 decade career with Scott & White and 10 years with Southwest Contract. He loved to play golf and spend time with his wife Nancy.
A memorial will be celebrated on Saturday, August 12 at 2:00 PM at First Methodist Church of Temple.
In Lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to their church First Methodist Church, Temple. (Feed My Sheep Fund).
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.crawfordbowerstemple.com for the Spencer family.