of Alexander, AR
August 10, 1956 - November 23, 2014
Richard Steven Teal, 58, of Alexander died Sunday, November 23, 2014 at Baptist Medical Center in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was born August 10, 1956 in Benton. He worked for Smith Fiberglass in Little Rock. He was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Benton and the Riverside Hunting Club.
Rich was an avid outdoorsman and loved music and playing his guitar. He was dedicated to his family and his lakehouse and his grandson was his world.
His father, Troy Lewis Teal preceded him in death.
Survivors include wife, Annette Teal of Alexander; son, Jacob Teal and grandson, Jaxon Cruz Teal of Alexander; stepfather and mother, Denver and Zeldean Teal Hardman of Austin, AR; four brothers, Olan Teal and wife Donna and Troy Teal and wife Melanie, all of Cabot and James Hardman and wife Lisa of Sherwood, and Terry Hardman of Dardanelle; three brothers-in-law; Terry Bowden and wife Kathy, Ted Bowden and wife Lu, and Tommy Bowden and wife Pam, several nieces and nephews, and many loving friends.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 26, 2014 at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church with Father Y.C. officiating. He will be laid to rest at Forest Hills Memorial Park in Little Rock. Pallbearers are Ben Bowden, Jason Bowden, Josh Bowden, Chris Gammel, Nolan Gammel, Justin Vanhoozer, Cliff Pierceall, and R. C. Vanhoozer.
A Rosary service will be held at 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 25th at Roller-Ballard Funeral Home (315-4047) with Ron Lee officiating. Visitation will follow until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School, 900 W. Cross St., Benton, Arkansas 72015.
Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Peace be with you,
Tori Ragancik
We are so sorry for your loss, Annette.
Our prayer is with you and your family.
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Walk in Love and Faith as Christ also has loved us. True love is the gift which God has given to all man. beneath the heaven being deeply loved by someone gives you and I strength. Loving someone deeply gives you courage. As children then we use to keep in touch then each and everyone has went there separate way. God Bless Richard Wife and his family. your cousin Shelia Gallow And Family.
God Bless You All
My deepest sympathy for all of your family. Richard was a great friend and will be missed by many.
My heart aches for your sadness. I worked with Richard for 16 years. He was one of the most pleasent people I have ever known. May Gods love help your family through the hard times and know that you were blessed with Richard as a husband, father, brother, grandfather and friend.
At work he always seemed like a gentle, peaceful guy and I know he will be greatly missed! My sincere condolences to family and friends.
Annette,
I remember Richard being so nice and kind. I am so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sandra
I am so sorry for your loss. Richard was a good friend and co-worker, He will be missed dearly. Your family is in our prayers.
Larry Warner
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YALL!!
Bobby & Tammy Reeves
My sincere condolences due to the loss of your love one. He was my co-worker whom I have known foir 40yrs. God Bless You!
Michael Cooley
Annette, Jacob,and Jaxon,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May you find peace and comfort in the days to come.
Annette, Jacob,and Jaxon,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May you find peace and comfort in the days to come.
I'm very sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to the family. God bless
You will be sorely missed Richard we know the Lord is taking good care of you. your in our hearts forever. Love
So sorry Sis,Lots of good childhood memories of You Troy and KIDS, remember Mother and Sandy naming the new Baby Boy.. May God comfort You.
Richard was one of the nicest People I have every met. I worked with him for years and always remember him with a smile on his Face. Will Keep you in my Prayers.
Annette
My condolences. I have missed you all through out the years. Now Richard is gone, never to be forgotten. Man, seems like just yesterday we were hanging out. I will be praying for you and your family.
Annette keeping you and Jacob in our prayers. Praying that God will comfort you all during this difficult time.
Danny and Vicki Hampel
Annette, I am so very sorry for your loss. I didn't know your dear husband, but I knew you well enough that he must have been very special. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Annette and family ,sending you my heart felt sympathy for the loss of your loved one Praying the Lord will provide you will His loving mercy and grace through this time.
Ms. Annette, Jacob, and my dearest Jaxon, our thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time. May God wrap his arms around you and give you peace, comfort, and understanding. I am sure Richard has lots of stories to share with Stefanie about Jaxon Cruz. They are laughing and having a good time in our permanent home. They are smiling down on us and will continue to watch over us all and be our angels. RIL Richard! You will most definitely be missed. Love you guys!!!
Annette,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.