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Bigham, Richard D.

October 25, 1937 –
 February 22, 2018

Obituary

Richard D. Bigham, born October 25, 1937 to Othel & Marjorie Bigham, passed away February 22, 2018 in Garland at the age of 80 years.  Richard was a Navy Veteran, serving our country from 1957-1960.  In 1960, he Married Joan Miller in his hometown of Brownsville, Texas.  Richard worked as a Power Lineman for Central Power & Light before graduating from the Department of Public Safety Academy in Austin, Texas in 1965.  Throughout his D.P.S. career he served as a Driver’s License Trooper, Polygraph Examiner & Criminal Law Enforcement Investigator.  He retired in 1993, dedicating 28 years to his law enforcement career.  After retirement he stayed active in various pursuits; Tacito Advertising Agency; owner/operator of North Star Vending; Home Depot.  Those left to cherish his memory include his beloved wife of 57 years, Joan; son, Richard Jr. & wife Kelly; son, David & wife Terri; daughter, Carrie & husband Brent; sisters, Barbara Seger & Sandra Bigham; grandchildren, Allen & Drew Bigham, Jake & Justin Perez, Kinsey & Ty Bigham, Logan, Tristan & Tanner Varvil.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, March 10, 2018 at 2:00 pm at First Presbyterian Church, 930 W. Ave. B, Garland, Texas 75040.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made in honor of Richard D. Bigham to V.N.A Meals on Wheels

or mail your donation to: V.N.A. Meals on Wheels 1600 Viceroy Drive, Suite #400 Dallas, Texas 75235

Arrangements are under the direction of: Aria Cremation Service & Funeral Home 10116 E. Northwest Highway Dallas, Texas 75238 214-340-8008

    Billy and Marcie Martin
    25 Feb 2018
    1:54pm

    Joan you have our deepest sympathies. Please know you and family are in our thoughts and prayers

    Love,
    Billy & Marcie

    Janis Crowe
    26 Feb 2018
    11:56am

    Sweet Joan & Family we share in your grief of the loss of Dick. He will be a treasured memory as “my HS Favorite “ – a good man in so many ways . May God surround you in strength & comfort as you walk in these days. Our condolences to all of you who loved Dick.

    Mike Galvan
    26 Feb 2018
    3:31pm

    Dear Joan and family, my deepest condolences on your loss. I knew and worked with Dick back in 1972, when I graduated from DPS Academy and was assigned to THP-Mission. I was saddened to hear of Dick’s passing. He was a kind, gentle, and caring man whom I was proud to have known and considered a friend. God bless y’all.

    Judy
    28 Feb 2018
    9:49am

    To the family & friends,

    May the beautiful memories of your loved one provide solace and strength to you during this difficult time; and may you also find much comfort and peace from Jehovah’s promise of life without end in Paradise.~ Matthew 5:5; Psalms 37:11,29

    Wes and Shelia Crites
    1 Mar 2018
    12:59pm

    Our sincere condolences to the family. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.

    Wes & Shelia Crites

    Janice Comstock
    7 Mar 2018
    8:34am

    I’ve been remembering Dick and your visits here. Thinking of you and all of your family. Prayers, Janice

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