BORN

1947

DIED

2017

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1806 East Michigan Avenue

Jackson, Michigan

Richard McCafferty Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 16, 2017.

Richard A. McCafferty, Sr. –

Of Jackson, passed away on Monday, May 15, 2017 at the age of 69. He will be remembered by his children, Tracy (Billy) McCafferty, Richard (Jennifer) McCafferty Jr., Kimberly (Danny) McCafferty, stepsons, James and Levat Ruse; grandchildren, Jeremy, Timothy, Treven, Miranda, Paige, Bradley, Bethany, Alexis, Jayley, Abbigayle, Rebecca, and Richard; siblings, Arvid McCafferty, Rosemary (Gary) Judd, Barbara (Chuck) McCafferty, Cindy (Bob) Brooks; special friend, Margaret Daniels; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, loving family members, and friends. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by sisters, Irene Miller and Debra Simpkins; and granddaughter, Kirsty McCafferty. He was born to Richard and Dorothy (Gumper) McCafferty in Jackson on December 6, 1947. He graduated from East Jackson and he served in the United States Army. He worked at General Products and in 1981 relocated to Florida. He later returned to Michigan to be near family. He enjoyed drag racing, camping, working on cars, and most of all hanging out with his family. Richard touched the hearts and lives of many; he will be greatly missed by all. Cremation has taken place and a service celebrating his life will be held at Chas. J. Burden & Son Funeral Home on Sunday, May 21, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. The family will receive friends for visitation one hour prior to the service.

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May 21, 2017

Kevin Crawford

We will miss you. Always had a great time with you Kevin and Jowanna

May 18, 2017

McCafferty Family
We are sorry to hear of Richard's passing, we both worked with him @ General Products for many years. Deepest Sympathy

May 18, 2017

So sorry for your loss Rick will be sadly missed
Ray and Colleen

May 17, 2017

Sandy Harmon

RIP Richard

May 17, 2017

Stephanie Folts

I know there are no words to describe the way you feel but I am truly sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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May 17, 2017

Angel Welter

Uncle Rick was a stubborn man with a heart of gold! Sadly he will be missed by so many. Gone too soon but never forgotten ❤ Love you!

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May 17, 2017

Emily Grzesikowski

I sorry for your loss

May 17, 2017

Judy Strine

Our deepest sympathy and loving prayers to the families of a truly great guy and friend. You will be sincerely missed by all who knew you. Rest In Peace Rick....Bud and Judee Strine and family.

May 17, 2017

Chastity Brooks

Uncle Rick I will miss you so much as many others will too. I remember as a child being scared of you with your long hair and very long beard that had braids in it at times :) come to find out you were a great big teddy bear ! I will cherish the memories i have of you! the two weeks in florida , the family reunion when you brought a bunch of wild animal meat! Camping and fireworks at your house. Swimming gatherings and last but not least you tricking me and im sure many others into eating alligator :) ( he always said its good try it he would tell everyone it was chicken . guess what i believe it worked everytime) I Love You Uncle Rick i will miss you more then anything like so many others :) love one of many of your Nieces

May 17, 2017

Jackie Austin

You will be missed greatly, I always heard alot of stories about all the things you taught the grandkids and how kind and caring you were to my daughter, you have left a legacy that won't be forgotten RIP

May 17, 2017

Paul Nachtrieb

so sorry for your families loss prayers will keep you in this time.

May 17, 2017

Kelly Skinner

May 17, 2017

Richard & Patty Sherwood

He was a very kind man and was love by everyone, Will be deeply miss bye all.

May 17, 2017

Lawanna Simpkins

I pray for comfort to the whole family.He was loved by many especially his family. Sending all my love xoxo

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