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1947
DIED
2019
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Richard Wakeland Obituary
A memorial visitation will be held from 9 a.m. until service time on Saturday, July 27, at Bayou Blue Assembly of God, with a memorial service beginning at 11 a.m.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Dottie Wakeland; son, Chris Dale Wakeland and wife, Margaret; grandchildren, Cameron and Regan; sister, Joyce Wakeland Buchanan; stepbrother, James O. Blackmon; and numerous nieces.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Jennie Lee Baysinger; stepfather, James P. Blackmon; and stepsister, Teri Blackmon.
Richard loved cooking for his church, family, and friends.
Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Florence Day
July 28, 2019
Dottie and Joyce
Sad to hear about Dale's passing, praying for your family.
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