Richard John Ehrgott Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Richard John Ehrgott of Tyler, Texas, born in Brooklyn, New York, who passed away on February 22, 2026, at the age of 84, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the sacred silence of farewell, Richard is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Richard's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John Edgar and Ann Pelling Ehrgott. He is survived by: his close friend Ellen Much; his children, Debbie Eckert (Jeff), Andrew Ehrgott (Sarina) and Scott Ehrgott (Annamaria); and his grandchildren, Joseph Eckert, Milo Eckert, Kayla Ehrgott and Evan Ehrgott.

Contributions in Dick's honor may be made to the Tyler Rose Garden through the City of Tyler Parks at <.