Richard Athen Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Richard Athen (Tarkio, Missouri), who passed away at the age of 86, on April 26, 2024. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Richard Athen to show support.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Richard had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Richard may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Dale Athen and Amelia Athen. He is survived by: his wife Janet Grable; his children, Lori Nordyke (Aaron) and Dan Athen (Stephanie); his grandchildren, Caleb, Bailey Nordyke, Ryan, Brandon Athen, Stephanie and Dan; and his siblings, Jim Athen (Phyllis), Marcene Lillethorup and Jeanette Peterson. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.