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Richard Eugene Hollingsworth, II

The funeral service for Mr. Richard Eugene Hollingsworth, II will be 10 a.m., Saturday, May 20, 2023, at Riverwood Family, with interment in Riverwood Memorial Park. Visitation is from 8 a.m. until the time of the service Saturday morning.

Mr. Hollingsworth, 53, of Bogue Chitto, died May 15, 2023, at University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson. He was born in Brookhaven, November 26, 1969, to Richard Eugene Hollingsworth (Ricky) and Patty Jean Smith Hollingsworth.

Richard spent many years and retired from the oil industry, working offshore. His most recent job, after retirement, was working as a welder with Peppers Welding. Richard was a hard-working man who also enjoyed the simpler things in life like fishing or boating. Another escape for him was through music, Merle Haggard and George Jones were two of his favorite musicians. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Richard’s family would like to express a heartfelt thank you to Peppers Welding. They didn’t treat him like just an employee, but with respect and concern as he went through the diagnosis of cancer until his death. They were a constant source of support for Richard and his entire family. We want to thank Mrs. Lisa and Mrs. Sheila, especially, for always taking the time to check on him. No words can truly express the depth of gratitude and love we have for the entire Peppers Welding staff and family.

He is preceded in death by his father; grandparents, Barto and Elizabeth Hollingsworth and George Brantley and Ernestine Smith; brother, Louie Barto Hollingsworth; cousin, Tommy Smith; and niece, Arianna Rochelle Hollingsworth.

He is survived by Melissa Brister Bourn; children, Barry Hollingsworth, Allen Kyzar, and Tiffany Kyzar; his mother; brother, Slade Hollingsworth; sister, Rebecca Hollingsworth Nolan; one grandchild, Remi Diane Kyzar; cousin, Howard Smith; and close friends, George and Maria Case and Steve and Penny Roberts, as well as his lifelong friend, Johnny Cooper.

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  • Comment Link Renee Allen Sunday, 21 May 2023 19:12 posted by Renee Allen

    So sorry for your loss Patty.

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  • Comment Link Wanza McGuffie Friday, 19 May 2023 22:22 posted by Wanza McGuffie

    Patty, I am so very sorry. I am praying for you and your family.

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  • Comment Link Angela Lambert Friday, 19 May 2023 20:22 posted by Angela Lambert

    I’m so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with y’all.

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  • Comment Link Brenda Henderson Friday, 19 May 2023 09:52 posted by Brenda Henderson

    I'm so sorry to hear about Richie's passing. Condolences to you and the family. I'm keeping you in my prayers.

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  • Comment Link Jim Stewart Thursday, 18 May 2023 23:07 posted by Jim Stewart

    He will be greatly missed praying for you all. Go with God my friend and see you on the other side .

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  • Comment Link Angela Thursday, 18 May 2023 12:16 posted by Angela

    He will definitely be missed.
    Sending much love and prayers to the families, fly high brother
    You're free as a bird now❤️

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  • Comment Link LaVerne H. Higdon Thursday, 18 May 2023 11:45 posted by LaVerne H. Higdon

    Dear Patty and Slade,

    So sorry to have learned of Richie’s passing away.

    It has been many years since I have seen you, Patty, and the boys.
    Richie was always such a nice young man. Rebecca has kept me
    abreast of Richie and Slade’s lives.

    I know you both will miss him so much. My prayers will be with you in the coming days.

    Please give my condolences to Melissa, too. Even though I do not know her she must be a fine person to have taken such good care of Riche throughout his illness.
    LaVerne

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  • Comment Link Cricket Boyte McNulty Thursday, 18 May 2023 10:26 posted by Cricket Boyte McNulty

    I'm sorry for you lose. You don't know me but I want you to know that I forgive him. He took my 34 year old Son's life on July 19, 2022. My Son loved the Lord and was a Christian so I hope that Richard is there with him so they can both make amends to each other. I'm praying for you Patty Jean because I know too well the intense heartache of losing your Son!! God Bless and Comfort you.

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  • Comment Link Deborah Smith Wednesday, 17 May 2023 19:45 posted by Deborah Smith

    We’re so sorry to hear this Patty Jean! You and your family are in our prayers. Love,
    The Bill Smith family

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  • Comment Link Amanda Hollingsworth Wednesday, 17 May 2023 14:53 posted by Amanda Hollingsworth

    He raised two other children who aren’t listed.

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