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Richard Ard Sr.

Richard Ard Obituary

ARD, SR., Richard OLANTA Richard Lee Ard, Sr., 75, husband of Gladys W. Yates Ard of Olanta, died Tuesday, October 14, 2008, in Carolinas Hospital System in Florence. Born January 6, 1933, in St. Paul, SC, he was a son of the late John Henry Ard, Sr. and the late Mary Mamie Pack Ard. He was first married to the late Louise Dukes Ard. He was a former supervisor at Albany International in St. Stephen, and a member of Frierson's Tabernacle near Lake City. Surviving are three daughters, Elizabeth A. Betty Lou Whaley (Curtis) of Lake City, Sue Whaley (David) of Olanta, and Ruth A. Fogle (Jackie) of Neeses; three sons, Richard Lee Ard, Jr. (Patty), John Wesley Johnny Ard (Emma), both of Greeleyville, and Thomas Michael Ard (Myra) of Denver, NC; two sisters, Virginia Goodman (Bob) of Chattanooga, TN, and Jo Ann King (Roger) of Bishopville; two brothers, Emmett Ard (Virginia) of Greeleyville, and John Henry Ard, Jr. of Terrell, NC; two stepdaughters, Jeanette Frierson (Jack) of Olanta, and Sheryl McKenzie (Earl) of Rock Hill; eleven grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; five step-grandchildren; three step-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a son, Robert Franklin Frankie Ard; two brothers, Clyde W. Ard and Leonard Ard; and a sister, Lureane Douglas. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday in the chapel of Stephens Funeral Home in Manning, with the Rev. Larry Melton and the Rev. Freddie Gaymon officiating. Burial will follow in the Little White Church Cemetery in Greeleyville. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Stephens Funeral Home in Manning, and at other times at the home of Johnny Ard, 2860 Manning Hwy., Greeleyville. STEPHENS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 304 N. Church Street, Manning, is in charge of arrangements. (803) 435-2179. www.stephensfuneralhome.org Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Oct. 16, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Ard

15 Entries

Jane Carroll

October 10, 2025

Many great memories and prayers to the family. Love you all

Jane Carroll

October 21, 2008

Even though we know Uncle Richard is in a place where there is no more suffering, We know the sad spot in your heart. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you.
Jane (Douglas)Carroll & Family &
John Douglas & Family

Cindy Floyd

October 20, 2008

Sue and Family,

I was so sorry to hear of your loss!! If there is anything that I can do for you, please do not hesitate to call me (anytime)! God is wonderful and trust that he will be there for you and help you through this. You are in my prayers.

Murray Jones and family

October 16, 2008

We were very sorry to hear of your loss and we are praying for you.

Janice Woodberry

October 16, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Hope (Welch) Cross

October 16, 2008

To the whole ARD family!!

I am so sorry for your loss! If there is anything I can do for any of you please let me know.

Lahoma Floyd

October 16, 2008

To Mr. Richards family,
I was glad to have the honor of meeting Mr. Richard. He was a very humble and caring man. One thing I found out fast was he loved Mrs. Gladys and he loved his children. He will greatly be missed.

Albemarle Security

October 16, 2008

To Ruth (Jackie)Fogle and Family

Memories are the sweetest gift.
He will always be in your heart and
God will give you strength to endure.

Judy Osborne

October 16, 2008

Johnnie and Emma,
I am so very sorry to hear about your Dad. Please accept my (and my Mom's) deepest symphathy and prayers. We love you all very much!
Judy Osborne

Phil Jeffries

October 16, 2008

To Richard's family,
His "Yankee" nieces and nephews in Pennsylvania will always
fondly remember visits Richard and Gladys made to us and the ones we made to you.
Your Southern Hospitality and sharing your love of fishing and hunting with Phil will always be treasured experiences.
Phil & Margaret, John Wiessner and families.

Debby Burbage Perkins

October 16, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Danielle Lee

October 16, 2008

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Bertha Burbage

October 16, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Debbie Milliken

October 16, 2008

Janet And Trevor

Take comfort in knowing that now
you have a special gauardian angle
to watch over you.
May God bless you and your family through this time of sorrow

We love you guys

Johnnis Tanner

October 16, 2008

Elizabeth, you have my condolences during your time of loss.

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