On 15th July 2026 at Tauranga Hospital with family at his side; aged 86 years.

Dearly loved husband of the late Renais, Dad of Nathan & Hilary. Father in law of Chuni, and proud Grandad of Portia, Kartier, Sienna, Olivia, Byron, William and Ethan.

A memorial service for Richard will be held at The Orchard Church, 20 MacLoughlin Drive Te Puke on Friday July 24th at 1.00pm, which all who would like to pay their respects to Richard are welcome to attend.