Richard was preceded in death by his spouse Patricia Clovis Coleman; his siblings Mary, Thomas, Bernard, Joseph, William, Teresa, Margaret, Rita, Kathy and Marylou; and his grandson Buster Hayes.
Richard is survived by his sister Joan Beauchmin, his son Richard D McGough (Anne McGough) his daughters Patti Hayes (Mitch Hayes) Carmen Butera (Michael Butera) his Grandchildren- Buddy Hayes, Jarrett McGough, Leighanne Serio, Vincent Butera, Nickolas Butera,Great Granddaughter- Rayanne Serio, Great Grandsons - Jacobb, Jordan, Tobias, Theodore McGough.
Richard graduated from Portage Senior High School and received a Bachelor of Arts History and Economics degree from Chapman College in Orange County California.
Richard served in the United States Air Force as a Hydraulic Mechanic Technical Instructor. After retiring from the Air Force he worked for the Dayron Corporation as a Production Supervisor and had a Florida Teaching Certification.
Richard was a member of the VFW in Orlando and Square Dancing Club of Oviedo.
His passions included reading, rebuilding old cars, listening to music, computer surfing, walking outdoors through gardens and RV traveling.
Private memorial services will be held August 12, 2023 from 5:00 - 6:00 PM.