Richard Leroy Aldridge was born on November 15th, 1964, in Lebanon, Oregon to parents Darlene and Charles. Richard spent most of his life in Oregon, however he spent 15 years living in Reno, Nevada. He was a skilled handyman working in the construction industry and for a time worked as a denture technician.
Richard had six children: his son, Richard Snider; daughter, Sara; son Isaiah; daughter, Arrable; daughter, ReiLynn and son, Oztin. Richard was a man who loved his children and wanted to spend time with them above all his other hobbies.
When not with his children, he enjoyed art, especially making colored pencil greeting cards, and working with mechanical things. Mostly taking things apart and trying to put them back together. His zany personality made him the center of attention, especially as the baby of his family.
On May 21st, 2022, Richard Leroy Aldridge passed away at home, surrounded by family. He is preceded in death by his parents: Charles and Darlene, and his two sisters: Freeda Jo and Debbie in addition to a brother, Junior.
He is survived by siblings, Donald Aldridge, Matt Aldridge, Elizabeth Argetsinger, and Crystal Johannson in addition to his children, Richard, Sara, Isaiah, Arrable, ReiLynn and Oztin.
Richard will be remembered for his vibrant charismatic personality and for his deep love for his family. His presence will be missed.