Richard Allen Graham, Sr., 83, of Henrietta, died Wednesday, February 10, 2021, at Liberty Hospital.

Richard was born on October 13, 1937, in Henrietta, the son of Jewell Edward and Bertha Margaret (Leach) Graham.  He was united in marriage to Judy Carol Sinkhorn of Alma on June 6, 1959; she preceded him in death on January 6, 1997.

Survivors include: four sons: Richard A. "Ricky" Graham, Jr., Thomas (Kathy) Graham, Randy (Melanie) Graham, and Steve (Tanya) Graham; daughter, Bertha (Stanley) Mahurin; 10 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; brother, George Graham; sister, Delores Swan; and friend, Jo Ellen Spooner.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, daughter, Judy K. Graham, and brother, Walter Graham.

Richard went to work at a young age as a farm hand and worked for several area farmers, including Simp Hamilton, Vandiver Farms, Artman Farms, and Raasch Farms.  He also worked for U.S. Granules in Henrietta.  He enjoyed camping, shooting, and he loved his pugs.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Liberty Hospice or the donor's choice.  They can be left at or mailed to Thurman Funeral Home, 507 East Main Street-P.O. Box 190, Richmond, MO 64085.

Private family services with inurnment will be in Todd's Chapel Cemetery.  Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond is in charge of arrangements.  Please share your memories of Richard with the family by visiting www.thurmanfuneralhome.com .