Richard Clifton Hoard Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Richard Clifton Hoard of Merrill, Michigan, born in Midland, Michigan, who passed away on September 4, 2023, at the age of 79, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Clifton Hoard and Frances Hoard (Novak); his wife Carolyn J. Hoard; his son Richard C. "Little Richie" Hoard; his stepdaughter Paula Ellison; and his siblings-in-law, Sheila Miller (Jerry) and Bob Skrzypczak.
He is survived by: his daughter Pam Blakeslee of St. Charles; his grandchildren, Amanda Bemiss (Patrick) of Merrill and Mikeal Blakeslee (Jessica Gohm) of Standish; his children, Eric, Isabella, Noah Bemiss and Olivia; and his sister-in-law Lorna Skrzypczak of Bay City. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to DaVita Dialysis.
