He retired from Steamfitters Local #439 in Caseyville, IL and was a member of the Trace Creek Baptist Church in Mayfield, KY.
Richard is survived by his friend, Janice Biggs, his daughter, Vicki Rogers-Smith (Steve), a son Rick Brewer (Teresa) and Buddy, his faithful dog. Grandchildren Will Rogers (Sydney), Jacob Brewer, (Savannah) Brittany Brunetti (Bernardo) and Tiffani Brewer ( Matthew Notter) Great Grandson Caden Brewer and Great Granddaughter Riley Rogers Many cousins and friends who loved him.
He was preceded in death by his wife Brenda Brewer, parents Archie and Inez Brewer, a sister Marjorie Brookens, infant sister Carolyn Brewer, and a son-n-law, Dan Rogers.
Graveside services will be held at St. John’s cemetery in Valmeyer, Illinois on Tuesday April 1, 2025 at 2:00 PM. Friends and family are asked to meet at the cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Backstoppers backstoppers@backstoppers.org or the charity of your choice. Byrn Funeral Home in Mayfield, KY is in charge of local arrangements.