James Richard

July 20, 1951 - November 4, 2021

James Richard Morse: James was born on July 20, 1951, in Lafayette, LA to Eldes Richard and Mary Rose Dartez and was called to his Heavenly father on November 4, 2021. He was a Truck Driver and a great provider for his family. James proudly served our Country in the Army during the Vietnam War. He loved being outdoors, loved to garden, loved fishing, and cooking for his family. His greatest joys came from spending time and making memories with his family, especially his grandchildren, they were his heart and soul. James will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Those left behind to cherish his memories are Robert Richard of Dequincy, LA, Chad Richard of Fort Walton Beach, FL, Toby Richard (Judith) of Gueydan, LA, Kimberly Brehm (Dennis) of Morse, LA, Brent Richard (Tammy) of Gueydan, LA; his grandchildren, Charles, Lorena, Kelsee, Caleb, Marcus, Autumn, & Laney; his great grandchildren, Lyncoln & Ethan; his sisters, Peggy Richard, Linda Richard, & Tammy Bourque (Mike). James is preceded in death by his wife, Elsie Marie Richard; his parents, Mary Rose & Eldes Richard; his brothers, Ray Richard, Lee Wood Richard; his sister, JoAnn Dyson Funeral Services for James Richard, 70 of Morse, LA will be held at Matthews & Son Funeral Home in Gueydan, LA on Tuesday, November 9, 2021, at 1:00 PM. Burial will follow in Hanks Cemetery. A Gathering of Family and Friends will begin on Monday, November 8, 2021, at Matthews & Son Funeral Home in Gueydan, LA at 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM with a Rosary recited at 6:00 PM. Visitation will resume on Tuesday, November 9, 2021, at 8:00 AM until the time of his Service at 1:00 PM. To extend online condolences, please visit our website at www.matthewsandsonfuneralhome.net Arrangements have been entrusted to Matthews & Son Funeral Home.