Mr. Walter Richard Jr.

May 7, 1938 - September 2, 2021

Walter Richard, Jr. was born May 7, 1938, to the late Walter, Sr. and Ophelia Richard in Lewisville, Arkansas. He departed this life at the age of 83 on September 2, 2021, in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Walter was also a pillar in the community who never missed an opportunity to spend time with, or celebrate, family. The highlight of his life was watching his sons play football on Friday nights. Those moments brought him so much joy and happiness. Walter was a mechanic by profession. Walter united in holy matrimony with Callie Mae Stringer on October 6, 1961. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter, Sr., and Ophelia Richard; and two siblings—a brother and sister. He leaves to cherish his memory: his wife, Callie Richard of Lewisville, AR; sons: Roy (Lori) Richard of Elgin, TX, Jerry Parrish of Toledo, OH, and Gary (Shasta) Richard of Lewisville, AR; sister, Helen Stevens of Lewisville, AR; brothers: James (Erma) Richard of Little Rock, AR, Robert Richard, and Martin (Kathy) Richard of Pine Bluff, AR; 17 grandchildren; a host of great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Celebration of Life services will be held Friday, September 10th, 2021, at R.L. Reed Funeral Home Chapel, in Magnolia, AR, at 2:00 p.m., with burial to follow at Crossroads Cemetery in Lewisville, AR, under the direction of R.L. Reed Funeral Home, LLC. Rev. Martin Richard, eulogist. Visitation will be Thursday, Sep. 9th, from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, “Everyone Is Required to Wear A Mask While Attending the Services and During Visitation Hours”. This ensures safety for you and others. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.