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Richard Neese Striplin, 67, of Farmington, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2013, in Farmington. He was born March 19, 1946, in Phoenix, Ariz., to Rubey Edna Wood and Joseph Edward Striplin.
Richard moved to Farmington in his early years and was raised by his grandparents, Hap and Rubey Wood, along with his other 12 aunts and uncles.
Richard had one brother and one sister, who were also raised by their grandparents. On Feb. 2, 1974, he married the girl next door, who used to throw rocks at him, Barbara Lou Murray. Richard took over the dad roll of her son, Scott, and they had one daughter together. They were married 30 years when she passed away.
Richard was loved by everyone due to his sense of humor.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Lou Striplin; brother, Art Striplin; and his grandparents, Hap and Rubey Wood.
Richard is survived by his son, Richard Scott Livingston; daughter, Latisha Neese Furtado; sister, Julianne Overturf; and grandchildren, Brandon Livingston, Naomi Livingston and Taylor Henson.
A graveside memorial service will be 10 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 15, in Memory Gardens, 6917 E. Main St. in Farmington.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Riley Industrial Men's Health Fund, P.O. Box 110, Farmington, NM 87499.
Richard's care is entrusted to Cope Memorial Chapel, 404 W. Arrington St. in Farmington, 505-327-5142.Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at www.serenityandcompany.com.
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Richard was such a pleasure to get to know. I first met him when I was a server at Village Inn and I was always happy to see him. He was friendly, caring, and a wonderful person altogether. I will sincerely miss him and hope that your family is able to find some peace in knowing that he knew he was well loved...he was very proud of his family and talked about you all often. I will miss him, my heart goes out to you in your time of sorrow and loss.
Rachel Close-Sawyer
November 21, 2013
I knew Richard Striplin since the day he moved in, he was a good man, a very happy one indeed. He always made sure I had a smile on my face; always calling me brat and told me to always go back to school. He wasn't just a resident, he was a dear friend. My condolences' to your family and I'm sorry for you loss. He will me missed.
November 18, 2013
I remember Richard as the honory person, he always made me smile and laugh. No matter what the day brought he was always willing give u that fatherly love. My brother and I, have deep respect for Richard. Rest in peace, and may god be with your family at this time.
November 15, 2013
I loved when Richard would come see us here at the bank he was a funny, down to earth man I will miss seeing him he would always make my day, and I wish I could have told him goodbye, I am very sorry for your loss. You all are in my prayers, a loss as great a Richard is very hard.
Victoria
November 14, 2013
Latisha I am sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts
Kathy Robison
November 14, 2013
Sorry for your loss. Richard was a funny gentleman. He always had a way of making people laugh/smile. I always called him "Tommy" because he reminded me of Tommy Lee Jones. Wishing his family comfort and peace at this time of sorrow.
November 13, 2013
Sorry for your loss. I met Richard at the nursing home. My mother is there.He was such a nice man. He always made me smile. I truly will miss him. God bless you all.
Charlene Adair
November 13, 2013
I remember all the times Richard telling Scott and I to "stay out of trouble" and "you better not let your mother catch you doing that!" Richard will be dearly missed by all whose life's he touched. Scott and Latisha you are both in my thoughts and prayers! Rest in Peace Richard.
Mark Hutchison
November 13, 2013
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