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1993
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2023
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Richard Courter Obituary
Richard is survived by his wife, Jaci Ward; his daughter, Presley Ann Hope Courter; his son, Ford Rolin Courter; parents, Pat Courter, Shelley Dewitt, and their families; siblings, Eric, Derek, Shelby Courter, and their families. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Lynn Heath, Lois Harrington and Herman Slye.
Richard was born on May 19th, 1993, in Indio, California at JFK Hospital to Shelley Dewitt and Pat Courter. He graduated from Palo Verde High School in 2011. He married Jaci, his best friend and the love of his life on September 14th, 2019. He resided in Blythe, CA. Richard began working for Extreme Auto Body as a Paint Technician. The couple welcomed their daughter in 2019 and their son in 2023.
His children were his world and will remember him as a loving, playful, caring, kind, hard working dad who would move mountains for them and encouraged them to always chase their dreams.
Richard loved riding his dirt bike, fishing, working with his hands, fixing anything and everything that needed to be fixed, and most of all he loved spending time with his family and friends. He was generous with his time, always being the first one to show up when anyone needed a helping hand. Everyone who knew him knew he had the biggest heart.
Please join us for a celebration of life in honor of Richard on November 10th, 2023 3:00PM-6:00PM at Blythe Golf Course, 3480 Quail Run Road, Blythe CA, 92225.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Courter
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Jeannette Hurst
December 26, 2023
He always thought about other people 1st.
Kelly & Nick Tidwell
November 5, 2023
Shelley, our heartfelt condolences to you and the entire family. Nothing we say can take away the pain of your loss but our wish for you is that you surround yourself with the presence and love of family and that you all find some measure of comfort and peace in remembering and sharing your cherished memories of Richard and in holding his children close, knowing he will never be forgotten. God bless you all.
Dottie
November 3, 2023
I have no words to Console each of you,All I can do is send each of you my love and my prayers.
We go back along ways and many many years I love you all and so very sorry. Im sure Bonnie will look over Richard.... From Mama Shirley,and Family
Shirley Breeden
November 3, 2023
Our hearts are broken! Our family will never be the same without having Richard around. His infectious smile made you smile; when he hugged you, you knew he loved you. ❤ Richard loved his family; Miss Presley and Ford were his “everything.” RIP Richard. . We will miss your physical presence but our memories will keep you alive and help us heal. You will be “Forever in our Hearts!.” Love Aunt Shirley & Family ❤
Barb Rogers, Das
November 2, 2023
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Shannon Harris (Walters)
November 1, 2023
My very deepest condolences to you Shelly and family. May God be with you every second thru this trying time. Love you all.
Jerry and Misti Parker
November 1, 2023
So Sorry for your loss.You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.The loss of a child is excruciating May the lord give you strength and peace during this difficult time.
Kim John
November 1, 2023
My heart goes out to Richard's entire family I am so sorry for your loss, know that I'm sending prayers and hugs to all R.I.P Richard
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