He was born in Joliet, IL on January 9th 1961. Richard graduated from Joliet High School. Richard had a career as a Pastry Chef for Walt Disney World. He had passions for old cars (edsels), gardening, refinishing furniture and designing wedding cakes.
He was survived by his father: Richard Roman Snr., brother: Robert (Dawn) Roman, nephew: Robert (Deanna) Roman, niece: Rachael Roman and Life Partner of 28 years Harry “Jay” Greek.
He was preceded in death by his mother Dottie June Roman and his nephew Nolen Lee Roman.
A public visitation for Richard was held on Wednesday, December 28, 2022 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Woodlawn Funeral Home, 400 Woodlawn Cemetery Road, Gotha, Florida 34734. A celebration of life service occurred on Wednesday, December 28, 2022 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM, 400 Woodlawn Cemetery Road, Gotha, Florida 34734. A catered reception occurred on Wednesday, December 28, 2022 from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM, 400 Woodlawn Cemetery Road, Gotha, Florida 34734.
In lieu of flowers please make charitable donations to ALS Association at donate.als.org.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.woodlawnfuneralhomegotha.com for the Roman family.