Richard M. LeCates, Sr. passed away on Friday, Aug. 30 at home with his loving family. He was a son of Woodrow LeCates and Littion Hester Foskey LeCates. Richard was visited before his death by Pastor Joe LeCates, who prayed with him.
He married his wife Lois, on Feb. 20, 1965 and worked for C.W. Wright.
He is survived by his wife, Lois, Richard Jr., Eric, Vaughn, and his dog, Maxine. He had seven brothers and sisters, Doug, Richard, Martha, Mary, Ester, Kay, and Patricia; lots of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He was cremated by Bennie Smith Funeral Home.
Any contributions you would like to make in his memory can be sent to VITAS Healthcare.