Richard A. Eakins, Concordia
Obituary | Richard A. Eakins of Concordia, Kansas | Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home (chaputbuoy.com)
April 25, 1950 - June 6, 2021
Richard A. Eakins, age 71, of Concordia, passed away on Sunday, June 6, 2021 at Sunset Nursing Home, Concordia. He was born on April 25, 1950 in Concordia, KS to Arthur I and Eva L. (Caraveau) Eakins.
Richard graduated from Concordia High School in 1970. He married Eunice Snyder on May 14, 1977 in Concordia, celebrating 44 years this May.
Richard worked at St. Joseph Hospital. He he owned and operated Richard’s Shoe Repair and worked at Super 8 Motel, Concordia. He was a member of The Baptist Church, former member of Moose Lodge #1428 and Christian Motorcycle Association. Richard was also known for portraying Santa Claus in the local area for 45 years.
He is survived by his wife Eunice, Concordia; daughter Shayla Eakins, Solomon; grandchildren Quentin & Quade Affolter and Carter Casey; sisters-in-law, Martha Eakins, Clyde and Kay Eakins, Burr Oak
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Art and Robert Eakins and a sister, Sue Cannon.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 10, 2021 at the Baptist Church with Pastor Jonathan Peppers officiating. Burial will follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Concordia. Visitation will be Wed., June 9, 2021 from 1-8 p.m. with the family greeting friends from 6-7 p.m. at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home.
The family suggests memorials to the Christian Motorcycle Assoc. Run for the Son or The Baptist Church Benevolence Fund in care of the funeral home.
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