Richard Downing Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Richard Downing of Beaverton, Michigan, who passed away on February 17, 2025 at the age of 94. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As Richard departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Richard. Though Richard may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Fred Downing and Julia Downing (Hitchcock); his wife Bonnetta (Bonnie); and his sisters, Nora Jean Hughes and Bonita Gedney.
He is survived by: his children, Catherine Poole, Susan Pope (Stanley), Jami McComb (Patrick), Richard Downing (Susan) and Linda Linton (Dave); his sister Debra Genaw (Brian); and his pet Mikey. He is also survived by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
