Deacon Richard grew up in Louisiana, a lifelong Catholic.  He attended Catholic grade school. He is currently retired after spending over 40 years in the construction industry.  He has served on a local school board in East Texas and the diocesan school board for the Diocese of Beaumont, Tx.  

Deacon Richard was ordained a permanent deacon in 2013.  He is currently assigned to St. Joseph Parish in Richardson.  His wife, Sherry, served at one time as principal of St. Augustine School.  His daughter, Brandee, taught at St. Philips. He is committed to Catholic school education and to making SPSA an institution of excellence.