Richard Bone

Charles “Richard” Bone, 78, of Pensacola, FL passed away Sunday, December 8, 2024.

Richard was born on September 12, 1946, in Montgomery, AL. He was a man whose life left a lasting impact on everyone he met. After graduating from Robert E. Lee High School and Troy State University, he served his country as a US Army Captain in Vietnam from 1969 to 1970. Upon his return, Richard earned his bachelor’s degree in science from Troy State and soon moved to Atlanta, GA, where he met the love of his life, Betty Bone. They married in 1976 and spent nearly 49 years together, building a beautiful life.

In 1977, Richard and Betty moved to Pensacola, FL, where Richard established his business, Environmental Pest Control, in 1981. In October 1983, their daughter Jennifer Lee was born, and Richard dedicated himself to creating a lifetime of cherished memories for his family. His commitment to service and community was evident in his work as a Sunday School teacher at Cokesbury United Methodist Church, where he was a fixture for nearly 40 years, known for his colorful neckties, jokes, and welcoming smile.

A man of many interests, Richard played many years of softball, both in church leagues and rec leagues, was an active member of the Jaycees, and was an avid lover of Halloween. He also found joy in volunteering alongside Betty, fishing, sailing, and relaxing on the beach with his family.

Richard’s warmth, kindness, and sense of humor will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. His legacy is one of service, love, and a life well-lived…one that will forever imprint on the hearts of those around him.

“To all my friends I said I’d mention in my will…I say, Hello.” – Richard Bone

Richard is preceded in death by his father, Willie Bone; his mother, Edna Bone; and younger sister, Lee Coker.

Survivors include his loving wife, Betty Bone; daughter, Jennifer L. Bone; granddaughters, Kylie L. Brown and Gianna R. DelGallo; grandson, Judah DelGallo; brother, Rob Bone (Jill); nieces, Jackie (Rob) and Jessica Bone; brother-in-law, Michael Coker; nephew, Charlie Coker; great-nephew, Benjamin Sievers (Dixie); as well as many other nieces, nephews, and countless dear friends.

Visitation will be held from 9:30am until a Memorial Service begins at 10:30am, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at Harper-Morris Memorial Chapel, with Rev. Bobby Ellisor officiating. Committal will follow at Barrancas National Cemetery with Military Honors. Please join family and friends immediately after the burial at The Oar House, 1000 S. Pace Blvd., Pensacola, FL 32502, to continue celebrating the life of a truly wonderful person. Your presence will help honor Richard’s memory and the lasting impact he had on all of us.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Rob Bone, Charlie Coker, Bob Lynch, David Lyon, Stephen Lyon, Judah DelGallo, Jonathan DelGallo, Aaron Conti, Brady Conti, Cole Conti, Dax Conti, Wade Jackson, Taylor Jackson, Sandy Sowell, Dusty Fisher, and Alvin Bryant.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions, may be made to Global Methodist Pensacola, please note on the check ("New Home Fund") P.O. Box 10442, Pensacola, FL 32504.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to all the close family, friends, Cokesbury / Global Church family, Harper-Morris Memorial Chapel staff, and many more.

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