Richard Dean Souders

Richard Dean Souders, 83 years old of Independence, Louisiana, passed away and went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, November 16, 2016 at home with his family by his side. He was born on Sunday, October 8, 1933, in Grayling, Michigan to Harry and Doris Souders. After graduating from high school Richard joined the United States Navy. Upon completion of his service he attended the Michigan State University and graduate with a degree in mechanical engineering. Richard went on to work for and retired after 43 years from NASA as a Mechanical Engineer. He enjoyed life and loved his rose garden, German shepherds, old war movies but he especially loved spending time with his family. He was a loving, gracious, and gentle husband and father and will be greatly missed.  

Richard is survived by his wife Aurora Souders, his five children Harry Souders and his wife Sherry, Frances Hamilton and her husband Scott, Elizabeth Joiner and her husband Stephen, Joann Meguess and her husband Scott, and Marie Souders,  nine grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and his sister, Shirley Knuell as well as other loving family members and friends.

Richard is preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Michael Souders.

A Graveside Service Celebrating Richard's Life will be held on Wednesday, November 23, 2016, 1:15pm at the Houston National Cemetery, 10410 Veteran's Memorial Dr. in Houston, Texas.

In lieu of flowers the family wishes all memorial donations be made to the ASPCA, PO Box 96929, Washington, DC 20090-6929 in Richard's memory to help all rescue animals.

Richard's guest book can be viewed at www.harrymckneely.com