of Memphis, TN
November 22, 1924 - October 28, 2006
Richard McLendon, 81, of Helena-West Helena, passed away October 28, 2006, in Memphis, TN. He was born to Reuben E. and Jessie C. McLendon on November 22, 1924, at Crenshaw, MS.
Mr. LcLendon graduated from Crenshaw High School in 1943, and went into the army in 1944. He served in The European Theatre as an infantry man with the 5th Division, a part of the 3rd Army under General Patton. Along with the rest of his division, he was captured by the Germans in March of 1945. He was released after 23 days and had lost 30 pounds in weight.
He was discharged in April of 1946. He then attended Delta State University where he graduated in 1949 with a B.S. Degree in Business Administration. He worked for K & M Sale Co. for a period of about 20 years and then for 20 more years for two John Deere dealers (at the same location) Southern Implement Co. and Producers Tractor Co. He was a portrait artist and cartoonist. His political cartoons were seen in the Twin City Tribune and the Phillips County Progress for a number of years.
In 1952, he married Frances Long, the Love of His Life. They produced four children, 1 boy and 3 girls. Their marriage lasted 51 years and 10 months, until Frances passed away May 12, 2004.
He leaves behind four children, Ricky McLendon and wife Julie, Olivia McLendon, Sandra Blair and husband Gene, and Cherly Holland and husband Dennis. He also leaves behind five grandchildren Kevin Blair, Tyler Blair, Brian McLendon and wife Chassady, Blake Holland, and Lauren Mitchell and husband Travis. He leaves 1 great-grandchild Claire Marie Mitchell. He also leaves two nephews Elton O. McLendon and wife Barbara, and R.E. McLendon III and wife Sandra along with two nieces Bobbie Hartley and Elizabeth Steiner and husband Bobby and one sister-in-law Marie McLendon. His parents, two brothers Elton McLendon and R.E. McLendon and one sister Vera Crenshaw preceded him in death.
Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, October 31, 2006, at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home.
Services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, November 1, 2006 at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home. The Rev. Marian Beosen will officiate. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park directed by Roller-Citizens (870) 572-2571.
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18 Condolence(s)
brian & rita ketchum & blakeo lindsay logie blue
Wednesday, November 8, 2006
we have ya in our hearts love ketchum's
Lynette Burt Murphy
Friday, November 3, 2006
Sandra, Olivia, Ricky, and Cheryl, I cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. I so loved and admired your Dad. He was one of the kindest people I have ever known. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
anita williams
Wednesday, November 1, 2006
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. GOD BLESS ..
Dotti Deaton Litchfield
Wednesday, November 1, 2006
He was such a wonderful man. I always admired him and I am so Sorry For All Of You. I love and Miss You All. Dotti
France and Kevin Crawford
Wednesday, November 1, 2006
Ricky and Julie, I just heard this morning about your dad's death and I'm so sorry. I had forgotten that he was a cartoonist, but I do remember how good of an artist he was. I WILL always remember, however, what a kind and patient man he was and it was always fun to be around him. I will call you later this week to check on you (and that grandbaby). Take care.
Eric Yancey
Tuesday, October 31, 2006
Mclendon Family I am so sorry to hear of your loss. He will be missed, your family will be in our thoughts and prayers in these coming days. Yancey Family
Sonny & Barbara McLendon
Tuesday, October 31, 2006
Clyde R.Long
Tuesday, October 31, 2006
Sorry to here about Richard ,our thoughts and Prayers go out to all the family.I never forget the nights I got to stay at the Mclendon house and how he made me feel like part of the family.
Houston Stackhouse, Jr.
Tuesday, October 31, 2006
You are in my thoughts & prayers. I pray the Lord will give you strength through this trying / difficult time. Be strong & give support to each other.
Karen Byrd Lavender
Tuesday, October 31, 2006
Sandra and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers.
Shannon Coleman
Tuesday, October 31, 2006
I worked with Mr. Richard at Producers Tractor Company and he will always hold a special place in my heart. He was such a wonderful person and his grandchildren were truly the "apple of his eye" I will always remember the sparkle in his pretty eyes when he talked about them. My prayers are with your family.
Mike & Mickie Cox
Tuesday, October 31, 2006
Cheryl and Dennis, Please know that Mike and I are thinking of you at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family. Mike and Mickie
Joe & Susan Dillier
Monday, October 30, 2006
Ricky, We know this loss must be really painful and you will be in our thoughts and prayers. With love, Joe & Susan
Curtis & Bonnie Pettie
Monday, October 30, 2006
Sandra and family, we are praying that God will comfort you at this time of sadness in your life. Curtis & Bonnie
Sarah Bradshaw
Monday, October 30, 2006
Sandra, Gene, Kevin & Tyler, I am so sorry to hear of Richard's death. He was such a gentle and loving man that I admired very much. You have always seemed like my children too and we love each of you and are with you in thought & prayer.
Beth Carruth
Monday, October 30, 2006
Sandra, We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. Just want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Beth & Craig Carruth
Merrell and Patsy Story
Monday, October 30, 2006
Sandra, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Keep your eyes on Heaven and ask God for strength and he will give it to you. We love you. Merrell and Patsy (friends of Gene, Sandra and sons)
Shawn Johnston
Monday, October 30, 2006
Sandra----I just want you to know how sorry I am to hear about your Dad. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.