Richard "Dick" VanRiper's obituary , Passed away on March 18, 2026 in Waldron, Arkansas

Richard "Dick" VanRiper

July 3, 1929 - March 18, 2026 (96 years old)

Waldron, Arkansas

Richard "Dick" VanRiper's obituary , Passed away on March 18, 2026 in Waldron, Arkansas

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Richard "Dick" VanRiper

July 3, 1929 - March 18, 2026 (96 years old)

Waldron, Arkansas

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Richard VanRiper Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Richard VanRiper in Waldron, Arkansas, born in Elko, Nevada, who passed away at the age of 96, on March 18, 2026. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Richard VanRiper or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Leslie Elmer VanRiper and Ruth Fry VanRiper; his brother Donald Ray VanRiper; his son Duain VanRiper; and his nephew Ron VanRiper.

He is survived by: his sister Phyllis Klune; his children, Glen VanRiper, Judy VanRiper and Pam VanRiper; his nephews, Donald VanRiper (Edith), Jerry VanRiper (Susan), Allen VanRiper (Tara) and Bob VanRiper (Kathy); his niece Barbra Downs (Randy); and his friends, Clinton and Billie Jo Corbin.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
McConnell Funeral Home



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