Richard Lon Nead Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

In Loving Memory of Richard Lon Nead Richard Lon Nead was born in Greenwich, Ohio, to Floyd Harold Nead and Arlene Hoose on August 16, 1929. After graduating from Greenwich High School, he enlisted in the Navy and served in the Korean War. He was honorably discharged after his tour of duty. He married and raised his family as a contractor and a vocational teacher in construction at San Diego City College. Subsequently, he had the opportunity to work for the U. S. Naval Base in San Diego as a civilian in the Department of Defense. While working in San Diego, he was hired to work overseas as the Maintenance Department Supervisor at the Public Works Center on the Subic Naval Base in the Philippines. He met his wife of 34 years, Debbie, in the Philippines while she was working in the Navy Exchange. Richard had many interests. Among them, loved to travel, fish, bowl, and square dance. He went to Alaska a few times for deep sea fishing, and he fished locally on almost all the lakes in San Diego. He was an excellent square dancer and was a member of a few square dancers’ groups in Northern California and San Diego. His love for travel and flying took him to several different countries. He also loved to cultivate vegetables and roses. He was very proud of his roses and was a member of the Rose Society in San Diego. He was a member of the Church of Saint Mary Magdalene and loved helping people in need. A few of his favorite charities were the Saint Jude’s Children Hospital, the Shriners’ Hospital, and the San Diego Rescue Mission, which he faithfully supported over many years. He also helped children be able to go to school in the Philippines. Richard was a good son, husband, father, and grandfather. He is survived by his wife Debbie, his children Leanna and Rick, his grandchildren Brian, Matthew, Chris, Corey, and great grandchildren Nolan and Willow. He was predeceased by both his son, Steven, and grandson, Steven.

Richard Lon Nead

August 16, 1929 - September 18, 2023