Richard was the loving husband of the late Vivian. Cherished father of Patricia (Tim) Stokes and Michael (Allison). Proud grandpa of Heather and Nick Stokes, Jessica and Samuel Rivest and Logan. Beloved brother of Ilene (the late Paul) Smith.
Richard was a teacher with Detroit Public Schools for 43 years, many at Western High School. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus and a volunteer with Meals on Wheels.
Richard's family will receive friends for visitation on Sunday March 8, 2015 from 3-8 pm with Rosary 6:30 pm at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 25450 Plymouth Rd. (east of Beech Daly Rd) in Redford. His life will be celebrated with a Funeral Mass on Monday March 9, 2015 10:30 am, with in state 10 am, at St. John Bosco Catholic Church, 12100 Beech Daly Rd. (north of Plymouth Rd) in Redford. He will be laid to rest next to Vivian at St. Hedwig Cemetery in Dearborn Heights.
For those who wish to make a memorial contributions the family suggests
Alzheimer’s Association
or
Detroit Zoo
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