Richard Rice Gudger
May 24, 2018
Resided in:
Candler, NC
Richard Rice Gudger, 94, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 24, 2018, at his home.
A native and long-time resident of Candler, he was the son of the late James and Mary Rice Gudger. Mr. Gudger was a Navy veteran of WW II, where he served in Normandy. He was a member of Montmorenci United Methodist Church and an active, long-time member of the Candler Lions Club. He had an avid love for golf, antiques, and great friends.
He is survived by his daughter, Beth Lee (Gary) of Greer; two grandchildren, Lindsay Johnson (BJ) and Laura Beth Lee; and two great-grandchildren, Chandler Johnson and Charlotte Johnson.
Mr. Gudger was preceded in death by his wife, Frankie Anderson Gudger and two brothers, James Franklin Gudger and Robert Lowery Gudger.
A visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Saturday at The Wood Mortuary in Greer, SC.
A second visitation will be from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. Sunday at Montmorenci United Methodist Church, Candler, with funeral services following at 3:00 p.m. The Rev. Karen Kurtz will officiate and burial with military honors will follow at the Samuel Bell Gudger Cemetery on Candler School Road.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Candler Lions Club, c/o Marvin Cole, 165 Ridge Road, Candler, NC 28715.
A very special thanks to Jerry Bruce who was like a son to Mr. G and devoted so much of his time entertaining him and driving him around, as well as being a dedicated caregiver; to his many other friends for their love and support in the many ways you touched his life; to Interim Hospice Care for their love and care, and to Brenda Pitts, his caregiver for the past two weeks, for her incredible love to him and his family.
View current weather.
Memories Timeline
Guestbook
Sign the Guestbook, Light a Candle
He was a good man. My father loved him. He was always good to us as kids. Sorry for your loss.
Beth,
We are so sorry for your loss. We remember all the good times with you and your parents. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Dick was always so kind to me when I was growing up. He gave me my first ball glove (a first baseman mitt) so I could play in the Sam Patton League. He also gave me a few baseballs and bats that the Rayonite baseball team discarded. He was a superior athlete and I enjoyed seeing him play both baseball and basketball for the Rayonits. He and Frankie were cancelers for the MYF at Montmorenci in my teenage years and were much fun to be around. My dad and Dick were trout fishing buddies but all I ever herd about was the ones that got away. I saw him last at Aunt Esther’s funeral and we had a nice conversation about old times.
So sorry to hear of DIck’s passing–He was so kind and didn’t hesitate to give me his advice– on just about everything… some good –some– well not– but that didn’t stop him.. there will never be another mailman like he was– that is also a thing of the past.. again– he was a good man is so many ways–always willing to help anyone in need and did so many good things for the Lions Club and community. He is in a better place now..
Dear Beth, so sorry to find this. It has been a while since I checked. You know that your Dad was one of the best and he and your mom meant so very much to me during the time that your Uncle Jim and I were married. I know your loss is great and you are in my prayers. Live in peace.