Richard was born in North Hollywood, CA son of the late Dick Russell and Betty Joyce Fowler King. He was retired and he was honorably discharged from the U. S. Army where he served as an aircraft electrician. He received a good conduct medal, Army service ribbon, and Sharpshooter badge. Among his passions, he was a writer, a lover of the music and the sea, where he will be buried.
“Richard, David and Dan. Santa Cruz, CA 1981-1994”
Surviving is his sisters Cynthia King of Fountain, CO and Catherine Childers (Ed) of Pickens and nieces Melissa Childers Ledbetter and Jennifer Spalliero.
A private service will be held.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project at www.support.woundedwarriorproject.org/
Don’t Cry For Me
Don’t cry for me, I will be okay.
Heaven is my home now, and this is where I’ll stay.
Don’t cry for me. I’m where I belong.
I want you to be happy and try to stay strong.
Don’t cry for me. I am not alone.
The angels are with me to welcome me home.
Don’t cry for me, for I have no fear.
All my pain is gone, and Jesus took my tears.
Don’t cry for me. This is not the end.
I’ll be waiting here for you when we meet again.
Dillard Funeral Home
Pickens, SC
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