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Richard Standefer

July 12, 1949 - July 23, 2018

Richard Standefer was born July 12, 1949, and passed safely through the gates of Heaven on July 23, 2018, at the age of 69. Born in Plainview, Texas, Richard graduated from Plainview High School in 1967. He continued his education at Texas Tech University and served in the Army National Guard. On December 28, 1978, he married the love of his life, Malinda Clawson. They were devoted to each other for almost 40 years, and for the past 12 months that devotion remained, in sickness and health – a true testament to their love for each other.

Richard worked as an independent sales representative for Diamond Plastics Corporation for 36 years. His career allowed him to do what he loved – meet people and visit. Richard never met a stranger. Lovingly known as Big Noise, or G-Noise by his grandchildren, Richard was loud in the best way possible. For as loud as he could be, the quiet game of golf was ironically a constant for him. Richard cherished spending time on the golf course with friends and family. Nothing made him yell louder than the Texas Tech football team. As a devoted Red Raider, he more than enjoyed Texas Tech sports – especially football, baseball and basketball. He was a member of Lakeridge United Methodist Church.

He is preceded in the death by his father, Eugene Richard Standefer, Sr., his mother, Billie Jean Standefer and father in-law, Jan Clawson.

He is survived by his wife, Malinda, daughter Abby Scioli and husband Chris, daughter Amelia McKnight and husband Jeremy and five grandchildren whom he loved with his whole heart: Sophia Scioli, Kingston McKnight, Slade Scioli, Blaire McKnight and Harrison McKnight. He is also survived by sister, Valarie Zeeck and husband David; brother, Mike Standefer and wife Cathy; mother in-law Gloria Clawson; brother in-law Jan Clawson and wife Patty; brother in-law Carl Clawson and wife Libby as well as many nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly. His beloved cocker spaniel, George Standefer, will miss him greatly.

A memorial service will be held at LakeRidge United Methodist Church, at 11 a.m., on Friday, July 27th, with visitation Thursday, July 26th from 6 to 8 p.m., at Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers, 6085 82nd Street. 

Honorary pallbearers are Jeremy McKnight, Chris Scioli, Ben Standefer, Phillip Zeeck, Michael Zeeck, Aaron Clawson, Jan Clawson, Jonathan Britton and Nate Britton.

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Richard Standefer was born July 12, 1949, and passed safely through the gates of Heaven on July 23, 2018, at the age of 69. Born in Plainview, Texas, Richard graduated from Plainview High School in 1967. He continued his education at Texas Tech University and served in the Army National Guard. On December 28, 1978,Continue Reading

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Dick and Doris Warnke left a message on July 27, 2018:
We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time!
Mary Ham left a message on July 26, 2018:
Dear Malinda, I am so sorry for your loss! All my love and prayers are sent your way.
Barnes and Lynette Kingsbery left a message on July 26, 2018:
Our prayers and thoughts are with your family. What we remember about Richard was that he was bigger than life. May your memories bring you comfort.
Billy Hoggatt left a message on July 25, 2018:
Mo Abby and Amelia,You are all in my thoughts and prayers. My friend Richard always had a big voice but his heart was even bigger. Love you all. Billy
Ted Wilson left a message on July 25, 2018:
So sorry to hear about Dickie and so glad he attended our PHS Class of 67 fiftieth reunion last year. As has been attestested to Dickie spoke and laughed large. Shalom and comfort to Malinda and family.
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Shelley (Hegi) Kemp left a message on July 25, 2018:
Malinda and family, as a classmate and "old" friend of Val, my deepest sympathies to all of you. Richard ("Dickie" to all of us PHS alumni) was indeed a lover of life, and he will be missed by all those who knew and loved him.Take comfort in knowing that he touched many lives, and his legacy will live on in his wonderful family.
Joe Bob and Karon Andrews left a message on July 25, 2018:
You will be missed. Your larger than life voice and personality was overshadowed by your heart. Joe Bob and I are so glad we got to see and talk to you at Sissy birthday party last November. I know heaven is welcoming you with open arms. May God Bless the entire family and give y’all peace by remembering this great, awesome man.
Dana left a message on July 25, 2018:
Dearest Malinda, Abby, and Amelia, Richard was definitely a larger than life man with a tender heart. My fondest memories are of him as a proud Daddy when Abby and Amelia were babies. I’m so thankful that he always included me as “family”. Love and prayers to you all . Love y’all! ❤️?. ❤️?❤️Aunt Dana
Pat Murchison left a message on July 25, 2018:
The Murchison Family were honored to know Richard ( BIGNOISE ) Standefer ! We all will missHim!
Lulu Garlock left a message on July 25, 2018:
I am so saddened by this. He was such a wonderful man that loved his family with his whole being. He was always so welcoming and made me feel like I was part of the family. He loved life and loved everyone in it. He will be greatly missed by so many - mostly by Malinda, Abbie, and Amelia. My prayers are with you. Much love, Lulu.
Cheryl Velasquez left a message on July 25, 2018:
From all of us at the R.C. Johnson Jr Foundation we extend our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Allison Trevino left a message on July 25, 2018:
We will miss Richard stopping in to see us or calling (us as our salesman). He was larger than life and will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go to the family.
Gordon Zeigler left a message on July 24, 2018:
To the Standefer family, I am very sorry for your loss. Memories of growing up and attending Plainview schools and Tech included Dickie very often "through the years". In the times I remember, he loved life and approached it with gusto. May you rest in peace, old friend.
Mari Davis left a message on July 24, 2018:
Grief is the last act of love we have to give to those we loved. Where there is deep grief, there is great love. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lane and KC Bohner left a message on July 24, 2018:
Malinda, Lane and I are so very sorry about Richard. So very sad. Richard was larger than life. It was nice to have a friend like him. He will be missed greatly. love ya
Thomas McCaleb left a message on July 24, 2018:
Richard was one of the few “real people” in the world. If you are luckey enough to meet one, you never wonder what they are thinking, what they want or where you stand,,,, they, just tell you. RIP, my friend. Go a head and start the party, we will meet again.
Brad and Amanda Ellison left a message on July 24, 2018:
Malinda we are both so sorry to hear of Richards passing. We had no idea that he had been ill. We both send our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Richard was always so good to us and our our girls. He was a good man, we will miss him.
Ruthann Clawson left a message on July 24, 2018:
I lovingly referred to Richard as "Uncle Monster" growing up because of his big booming voice and stature. He was always the most fun & exciting member of the family because you never knew what to expect. There are no words for the void left in the world without his shining presence. Rest in peace Uncle Richard, we all love you so very much and will never forget you.
Gary “Country “Cline left a message on July 24, 2018:
I am so sorry to hear this. I loved playing golf wit him and just being around him. It was never boring. Rest In Peace my friend
Christa Deamer left a message on July 24, 2018:
No one laughed louder or hugged harder. Uncle Richard will be missed. <3
Lake Ridge Chapel & Memorial Designers left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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