Richard Lamar Lael Obituary
The passing of Richard Lamar Lael (Hickory, North Carolina) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on September 19, 2025 at the age of 85. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Richard Lamar Lael to show support.
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, Earnest Ray Lael and Annie Mae Turner; his wife Paulette Hoke Lael; his siblings, Glenn Lail, Janette Isenhour and Katherine Wilson; and his daughter-in-law Brandy Winkler Lael.
He is survived by: his sons, Richard "Rick" Lamar Lael II of Hickory and Darren Paul Lael of Hickory. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Andrews Lutheran Church, 629 8th St. NE, Hickory, NC 28601; the Hickory Choral Society, 243 3rd Ave. NE #2N, Hickory, NC 28601; the Hickory Community Theatre, 30 3rd St NW, Hickory, NC 28601; the Catawba County Humane Society, PO Box 2472, Hickory, NC 28603; Trinity Ridge Rehab, 2140 Medical Park Dr, Hickory, NC 28602; or Carolina Caring, 3975 Robinson Road, Suite B, Newton, NC 28658.
