Richard Bennett Bordeaux

Richard Bennett Bordeaux obituary, Elizabethtown, NC

Richard Bennett Bordeaux

Richard Bordeaux Obituary

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Richard Bennett Bordeaux, 78, of Elizabethtown passed away Tuesday, March 20, 2018. He is preceded in death by his parents Alston and Elena Bordeaux, five brothers: Vestal, Murray, Billy, Alton, and Ronald Bordeaux and three sisters: Iris Beebe, Carol Bordeaux, and Edna Davis Douglas. Richard leaves behind three brothers: W. Travis Bordeaux of Morganton; Bob Bordeaux and wife Virginia of Melrose, FL and Gordon Bordeaux of Wilmington; one sister: Mary Sue Newcomb of Roanoke, VA; and one step-daughter Micki Powell of Morones. Richard was an adventurous, giving, and caring person. As a young man, he ventured around the country until settling in California for a productive career on the West Coast. After retiring, Richard returned to the home place to enjoy his retirement, family, and friends. Richard will be remembered as a loving, giving person who would literally give you the shirt off his back or anything else you may need. The family will receive friends from 3-4 on Saturday, March 24, 2018 at Bladen Gaskins Funeral Home in Elizabethtown followed by a funeral service at 4 pm. Burial will follow the services in the Bordeaux Family Cemetery in Elizabethtown.

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March 25, 2018

Charleston Guyton posted to the memorial.

March 24, 2018

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March 22, 2018

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Charleston Guyton

March 25, 2018

I would like to thank the family for allowing me to be of help during this most difficult time in your life. It was truly an honor and privilege to be a part of your life during the loss of brother Richard. You gave me such a warm welcome and made me feel as if I were one of the family. The feelings were mutual, you felt like family to me also! I pray the Holy Spirit comfort you not only in the present but also in the future! With Love, Rev. Charleston Guyton

Me & Cindy want to send our sincere condolences to all the family some of you I have met, Gordon, Bob. It had been 10 years since my daughters wedding which was the last time we seen each other, and it just slipped by. Many phone conversations up until t

John Sopchak

March 24, 2018

Me & Cindy want to send our sincere condolences to all the family some of you I have met, Gordon, Bob. It had been 10 years since my daughters wedding which was the last time we seen each other, and it just slipped by. Many phone conversations up until the last couple years, he talked about visiting, I did also and just no time. Wish now we would have done it. A true treasure, would not find a better friend or confidant, he will be missed and thought of often

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March 22, 2018

Please accept our condolences. We are so sorry for your family's loss. Only God can fully understand the emotional impact of your loss, and we pray that He provide you with much needed comfort. (Psalm 145:18, 19)

Sherri Rogers

March 22, 2018

I'm at a loss for words but I've known Rick my whole life and can't put into words what an impact he had on my life. I wanted to share this old Photo of My Dad Larry Irvin and Rick, much love Sherri Irvin-Rogers

Jan Gilluly

March 22, 2018

Jan Gilluly

March 22, 2018

Uncle Richard has kept Kenny and I busy these past few years; being his " Keeper" as he called me many times. It has been my pleasure.

Norma Hester Smothers

March 22, 2018

Rest in the arms of our dear Lord and Savior dear friend. You earned the right with the shining way you lead your life. You will be missed by many.

Mike and Nancy Botdeaux

March 21, 2018

Always had a great time visiting Uncle Rick. Heart of gold!

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