Richard “Dick” Atwood

FRANKSTON — Richard “Dick” Atwood, age 88, of Frankston, entered eternal life June 22, 2020. He was born to Richard and Betty Lou Atwood on December 15, 1931 in Frankston.

A graveside service is scheduled at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 25, 2020 at Frankston City Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Autry Funeral Home Chapel in Frankston. Following services, everyone is invited to the Atwood home for a Celebration of Richard’s life.

At the age of 67, Richard started Atwood Hat Company.

He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Anne Elizabeth Atwood and stepsister, Sherrie Heap.

Left to cherish Richard’s memory are his wife of 58 years, Sharon Atwood of Frankston; son, Richard Brooks Atwood II and wife Monica; his grandchildren, Richard “Buck” Brooks Atwood III, William Garrett Atwood, Victoria Elizabeth Atwood, Thomas “Jake” Jackson Atwood and Lindsey Feagins.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of East Texas 4111 University Blvd., Tyler, Texas 75701.