Rick is survived by his wife of 20 years, Eva, his daughter, Angela White, his sister Joye Thomas and her husband, Bob, and nephew Rodney Webb. Richard was also an amazing stepdad to Roger Grady Jr. (wife Amy), John Grady (wife Michelle), and Brantley Waits (wife Jennifer).

He was blessed with 14 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. A Celebration of Life will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 17, at the Taylor SPJST Hall.