Birth date: Apr 14, 1938 Death date: Apr 12, 2014
Richard Roy Benard, 75, of Chanute, passed away Saturday, April 12, 2014 at the Neosho Memorial Regional Medical Center in Chanute. Richard was born in Chicago, Illinois on April 14, 1938, the son of Byron Gomer and Rose Elizabet Read Obituary
I remember Richard and his family and will never forget the kindness and love shared with myself and all our college friends. We stayed in his camper for a week while waiting to move into our apartment and shared many weekends having dinner with his family. He always welcomed us and made us feel at home. His family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Amir Hossini
Sorry to hear about Richard, I still remember going to the house when we were in high school and he always had a smile and smart comment for us,
Richard was a wonderful man and a 2nd father to alot of us neighborhood kids when we were young and his beautiful bride, Alma, a 2nd mother. He will be greatly missed. May God surround his loved ones with comfort and love that only comes from Him.
I remember Richard and Alma from Westminister Road Baptist Church in the 70's. They were always 'yes' people when asked to help with whatever was needed. He always had a smile on his face like this picture which was the way he showed his love for everyone. He's just a thought away, not far…….. I'm praying for your peace, Mary Jean (Myrick) Kenley
Richard was always so kind to me. Every morning as a child I would walk down to the Benard home and he would great me with a smile and something funny to say. I felt so welcome around him. Alma would always offer me a waffle as I waited on Jill to walk to grade school with me. Richard was always so excepting and kind and it was a privilege to grow up next to him and his family who were so good to me and my family. God Bless.
I knew Richard and Alma from my years at Westview Baptist church. Richard was always willing to lend a helping hand. He would help set up rooms for luncheons and other times, and he would help out as needed in the kitchen doing everything he could. I always saw him as a friendly, respectful and kind person. Richard will be missed by all who knew him. My prayers are with Alma and their children and grandchildren. God bless you all
In Christ's love, Susan Roberson
