Freddie Richard Obituary

To my godfather who will truely be missed by the family: He was a person who was loving and caring to all he would meet. He treated everyone like family; but to me, as his godson, he wasn't just a godfather. He was one of my closest and best friends. I could tell him about some stuff and he would tell a joke about it, then he would give me a straight and down to earth answer about my situation. I will miss his laughs, jokes and the stories he would tell me about the family and when he was a little boy. I was with him when this happened. A part of my life left with him that afternoon. He was one of the greatest and bravest men that I knew. Like my cousin and brother said was a man of action. His life and legacy will live on with all of us. He maybe "Gone but not forgotten" and he will always be in our hearts and minds. So to the rest my family lets pray together and remember all the things that he taught us. So that one day we can be the great person that he was and always will be. Just like he want us be.



With all my love

Bradley Mayon aka (Piece of Meat)

Freddie has been more of a brother than a brother-in-law. I remember all the laughs we all had when he would tell the story about my sister, Sally, and me when he was dating my sister, Genieva. The most important memory was the times he was there when I needed him the most.I love him for taking loving care of my sister, Genieva, and their children, Cassandra and Malcolm. He was, indeed, a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and brother-in-law. I will miss him very much. We, as the family, will continue the love and one day, we will all meet him in heaven.

Dear Uncle Freddie I miss so very much. I remember when I was small we would go outside a pick pecans because I was your partner at that. But there was many of times that were sad but we gather together and brought everthing back to normal. ANd do you remember when I burn my lip your called me "HOT LIPS" and I you been calling me that ever since that happen. But wherever you are at we all do miss you very much so to the rest of the family lets hang in there and pray together like you knew he would.

It has been many many years since I have seen Mr. Freddie, but I have never forgotten the feelings I felt when he was around. When He, Ms. G, Cassandra, and Malcolm would visit, as a little girl I would get so excited cause that meant we were going to have gumbo! He would play with me alongside his children as if I was one of his own. I remember feeling happy and loved around him. I remember crying when he left. When I heard of his passing, I felt that same sadness, as when he used to leave with his family when they used to go home from visiting us. Now, some 20+ years later, I am a labor and delivery nurse. I have helped bring life into the world thousands of times, and I have also seen too many little tiny lives lost. My only consolation is that their souls are back with Jesus cradled in his arms. I know Mr. Freddie is right up their in heaven as well, playing with some children as if they were his own. Ms. G, Cassandra, and Malcolm, I am so sorry for the loss of your husband and father, and I know it hurts, but I want you to find joy in knowing that you will see him again, one day. God doesn't make mistakes. He doesn't give us anything more than we can handle. I will continue to pray for strength and encouragement for you all and your families.

Love--Tasha

To the Richard Family,

Freddie was one of the friendliest people I ever met. I first met him in early 1973 at an Army facility in Thailand, during the Viet Nam War. My assignment was to install a secure data system for the Air Force. We were both Staff Sergeants at the time. When I entered his work center, he greeted me with a huge smile and wide-swinging handshake. He spoke to me like he was really glad to meet me. I thought "Wow", this guy sure is friendly." At that time, we only talked for maybe 15 minutes, because our team had to get busy! My next duty assignment was Andrews Air Force Base MD. Freddie was assigned to Andrews later. One day we were talking about previous assignments and after asking him a few quetions, we determined we had met each other previously in Thailand. We got a good laugh out of that. I only talked with him for about 15 minutes, but I remembered his warm welcome. Speaking of laughter, wherever Freddie was, there was always laughter about something. He could turn a bad situation into a jovial occasion! When we were not doing serious work, there was time for pulling pranks or setting someone up for a "surprise" that would have the whole shop roaring with laughter. As you can probably guess, when you get a bunch of guys together from all parts of the country, there is going to be some bragging about sports, cars, physical power or something. Freddie's distinctive laugh just brought on more laughter! I can recall one prank we pulled on him, which was so funny, my sides ached for two days afterward. The only thing we didn't figure on when we did this, was Freddie was between between us and the only way out of the shop! We had a BIG problem, about 210 pounds! He cooled off quickly, and laughed about it. We were very glad about that. That's a glimpse of how life was in the maintenance shop with Freddie. The shop we worked in provided secure communications for Andrews and Bolling Air Force Base, many remote sites, and VIPs, including the President. Freddie was an outstanding maintenance technician. There wasn't anything he couldn't repair. Not only was he good at repairing and maintaining equipment for the Air Force, he was good at repairing cars and things around the house, whatever needed fixing. I made it a habit to learn as much from him as I could, inside and outside the shop. You know, I honestly believe that if he'd been allowed to study the blueprints for the space shuttle, he could have had it up and running by now! I imagine the workers at Xerox speak highly of his maintenance ability and friendly personality. The room always seemed to brighten when he walked in. Freddie and I served together at Andrews AFB when my first daughter, Natasha, was born. Freddie and G would come to our home often and we would go to theirs. We shared many happy times together at Andrews. After Freddie left for a new assignment, our families stayed in touch by calling and writing. We traveled to each others' home to share several vacations together. It was always apparent Freddie loved Genieva (my family calls her "G"), Cassandra, and Malcolm. He always welcomed my family into his home with sincere, heart-felt love. The gumbo was always great too! To me, Freddie was like the big brother I never had. He was my best friend and I'm going to miss him so much. I will always have good memories of him. I can see him now, laughing it up with the angels in heaven. Our families have kept in touch for about 30 years now and will continue to stay in touch. Our deepest sympathy to you G, Cassandra, and Malcolm. May God bless you, and my prayer is that He'll provide the strength to help you endure until we all see him again.

Freddie will always be remembered as the very kind and friendly person that he was. I was very impressed by his love for family and friends. Hold on to the memories. They will take you though the hard times and the good times. My sisters, brother and I are thankful to have met him. Our lives are better for having known him. You are in our prayers. From the sisters and brother of Clyde Henry Jr.

Patricia Henry Joseph

Thelma Henry Ferguson

Morris Henry

Mercedes Henry Calvey

Genieva, Cassandra, Malcolm and Family, Glo and Family



My prayers are with all of you. Freddie will be greatly missed. He was well loved. There was never a dull monent when he was around. He was very knowledgeable. Always eager to help in any way. Think of all the good times and PRAY, PRAY, PRAY. Life goes on and his memory will live on. Take care! With all my LOVE and PRAYERS, your cousin, Betty Henry (Harvey, LA)

We wish to extend our sincere and heartfelt sympathies to Genieva & family on the death of your beloved Freddie. We will miss his smiles, warm hand shakes and his affection for our church family. We pray that the good Lord comfort and sustain you at this time of your loss and always. We thank God for his life and we trust that he is resting peacefully with him in heaven.



Elizabeth & Patrick, St. Pius X Church Family

My deepest sympathy to the family. May God see you through this difficult time.

To Genevia, Cassandra & Malcolm



I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to you all.



I am forever thankful for Freddie and Genevia opening there home and hearts to a total stranger (cousin Dee's roommate). Although my roommate was related to Genevia . . no one would be able to tell because Freddie took us both in as though we were blood relations to him.



Although I grew up and started a new life beyond college, Freddie never forgot me whenever he would run into me about town.



He will be surely missed, by not only his family and close friends, but by the lives he touched with his kindness and grace.



May God keep you and I pray that the family keeps in mind that Freddie's kindness and good-heartedness has won him a place near the throne of God.

I'm a co-worker of Cassandra.I want to let you know we are praying for you and your family.

With deepest sympathy. Words cannot express the way you're feeling. Please know that in times like this, it's good to know you have a friend and comforter in Jesus.



Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me.

John 14:1

Freddie will be missed by many people. He always had a smile on his face and a warm greeting for all. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

I am truly sorry for your loss. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

May you have peace that comes from knowing God is with you. And pray that he'll keep you and your family

safe.



With warms thoughts of You during this time. May God Bless you and your family.



Patrice B. Scott

Deepest Sympathy and Prayers to You All



I will always remember the JOY and HAPPINESS June shared. He still called me by my nickname, which I will not denote.



Praying for you all Genieva & Family and Gloria & Family

With heartfelt sympathy to the Richard family



Earth has no sorrow, that heaven cannot heal. Though Freddie and I worked together, we only saw each other when I had equipment training at the office. As a matter of fact, Freddie, being a veteran tech, was one who contributed to my tool bag.(everyone knows I look up to the vets). We missed him from the team after he retired, and he'll be missed by many as we all live with the many memories we each have of him. So to his family, just know that Freddie left a warm impression on everyone he came in contact with. God Bless You All and know that your strength comes form above.

In deepest sympathy:



Freddie was the type person who always had a smile on his face. If there was anything troubling him, no one ever knew. He had a pleasant personality, very cheerful and a great sense of humor. Freddie was a person you always wanted to be around. Freddie will be well missed from the Xerox family.

I'AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSE WE FEEL LIKE WE KNOW YOU FROM MARY AND THOMAS WE KNOW THEY WILL MISS YOU ALOT AND WE WILL MISS HEAR ABOUT YOU FOR MRS RICHARD GOD WILL BE WITH YOU AND JUNE WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU HE'LL ALWAY'S BE THER IN YOUR HEART. YOU TAKE CARE AND IF YOU NEED ANYTHIG TELL MARY TO GIVE ME A CALL ANY TIME SHE KNOW THAT OUR LOVE GO OUT TO YOU AND YOU FAMILY

I met Mr. Richard several years ago while I was in school with his son Malcolm. He welcomed me into his home on several occasions and gave advice that it took me years to understand, but I now cherish.

our thoughts and prayers are with you