Richard A. Happe's obituary , Passed away on December 16, 2025 in Charleston, South Carolina

Richard A. Happe

November 10, 1936 - December 16, 2025 (89 years old)

Charleston, South Carolina

Richard A. Happe's obituary , Passed away on December 16, 2025 in Charleston, South Carolina

Funeral arrangement under the care of
McAlister-Smith Funeral & Cremation

Share

Richard A. Happe

November 10, 1936 - December 16, 2025 (89 years old)

Charleston, South Carolina

Are you a family member?

Echovita offers a unique service that allows funds generated by the obituary notice to be shared with families that request it.

Make a request

Richard A. Happe Obituary

We bid farewell to Richard A. Happe of Charleston, South Carolina, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 16, 2025 at the age of 89. Richard touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Marie Veronica Happe (Turpin) and Gilbert Elmer Happe. He is survived by: his wife Patricia Happe; his children, Elizabeth South (Dale Lanford), Marc Happe (Kristi) and Eric Happe (Aileen); and his grandchildren, Anna South, Frank Stone South, Benjamin Parrish South, Annalise Happe, Lauren Happe, Kaitlyn Happe and Luka Happe.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to your local Salvation Army. Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted online at mcalister-smith.com.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
McAlister-Smith Funeral & Cremation



Add a photo or a video

There is no photo or video of Richard A. Happe.
Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute.

Add a photo

Sympathy messages

Would you like to offer Richard A. Happe’s loved ones a condolence message? Write your message of sympathy today.

500 CHARACTERS

Events

There are no events at this time. If you know of an upcoming event for Richard A. Happe, please add one.

Family member

Solidarity program

Echovita offers a unique service that allows funds generated by the obituary notice to be shared with families that request it.

Make a request

Authorize the original obituary

  • Lets us publish the full obituary text along with the original picture.
  • Helps people recognize Richard A. Happe and express their condolences more easily.
  • No advertising will be displayed on this page.
Authorize the original