Rogers Richard
August 2, 1926 - January 20, 2020
"Earth has no sorrow that heaven can't heal. I have fought a good fight; I have finished my course; I have kept the faith." II Timothy 4:7 August 02, 1926 ~ January 20, 2020 Sgt. Rogers Richard, 93 was born on August 02, 1926 in Arnaudville, Louisiana to the late Eva Marie Dartez and Nema Richard. He peacefully transitioned to everlasting rest as God called him home on Monday, January 20, 2020 at Jennings American Legion Hospital. Rogers was drafted by the United States Army where he proudly served his country and was stationed in the Philippines. He received many medals including the National Defense Service Medal. Upon being honorably discharged from the United States Army, he settled in Jennings Louisiana with his family. He was employed with Stewart & Landry Construction Company, for more than 40 years until his retirement. Rogers was baptized in his catholic faith and was a very faithful member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church and a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Holy Name Society. Rogers was a very giving person, enjoyed attending church, family gatherings and being in the company of his family and enjoyed talking about the Lord and leading the conversations. His loving and caring spirit will continue to shine through all of those who knew and loved him. He leaves to cherish his loving memories to his children; two sons, Robert Richard of Jennings, Louisiana and Lloyd "Belinda" Richard, Breaux Bridge, Louisiana. and one daughter, Brenda "Samuel" Stewart of Houston, Texas, and a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Rogers now rejoices in heaven with his parents Eva M. Dartez and Nema Richard, his loving wife, Helen Castille Richard; one sister, Wilda Richard, three brothers, Sanders "Enola" Richard, Chester "Ella" Richard, and Numas "Eva" Richard. To extend online condolences, please visit our website at www.matthewsandsonfuneralhome.net Arrangements have been entrusted to Matthews & Son Funeral Home.
"Earth has no sorrow that heaven can't heal. I have fought a good fight; I have finished my course; I have kept the faith." II Timothy 4:7 August 02, 1926 ~ January 20, 2020 Sgt. Rogers Richard, 93 was born... View Obituary & Service Information
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"Earth has no sorrow that heaven can't heal.
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