Richard Stephen Deaton Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Richard Stephen Deaton of Lexington, North Carolina, who passed away on January 18, 2026 at the age of 70. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard Stephen Deaton to pay them a last tribute.
Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Richard leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.
He was predeceased by: his father Richard Cleveland Deaton. He is survived by: his wife Brenda Deaton; his mother Adra Claudette Deaton Bevan of Thomasville; his brother Jeffery Deaton of Thomasville; his daughters, Lisa McFarland (Scott) of Lexington and Amy Blankenship (Bobby) of Thomasville; his grandchildren, Caeley Smith, Landyn Blankenship and Savanna Smith; and his son-in-law Douglas Smith.
