Charles Edward "Eddie" Allred, 67, of Richmond, died Saturday, March 24, 2018 at Shirkey Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Richmond.

Eddie was born on May 8, 1950 in Excelsior Springs, to Walter H. and Cleta M. (Richardson) Allred.  He married Marsha Easton and they later divorced.  He married Betty Reeves and she preceded him in death.  He married Pearl Elizabeth Lawson of Richmond on December 22, 2001; she preceded him in death on September 8, 2015.

Survivors include: two sons, David A. Shelton of Richmond and Jeff (Kathy) Kelly of Excelsior Springs; one daughter Tammy O'Leary of Liberty; one brother, Daniel Allred of Richmond; one sister Mary J. (Arnold) Ryun of Deep Water; 6 grandchildren, Trevor Winkler, Dalton O'Leary, Kasey Kelly, Jorge Garcia, Sarah O'Leary, and Shawn O'Leary; several great grandchildren and cousin Gary (Lynda) Wilken.

Eddie was preceded in death by his parents and spouses.

Eddie worked as a machinist for Ex-L-Tube in North Kansas City for over 20 years.  He lived in Ray County most of his life and was of the Christian faith.  Eddie enjoyed collecting tools, loved watching westerns and listening to country music.  He will be missed by all his friends and family; and especially his beloved cat Tigger.

The family suggest memorial contributions be made to the Shirkey Hospice and Palliative Care.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 29, 2018 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond.  Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, March 29, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond.  Burial will be in the Black Oak Cemetery, south of Braymer.  Online condolences may be left on our website at www.thurmanfuneralhome.com .