H. Richard Greeno, 80 of Frankfort, died November 17, 2020 at I.U. Health Arnett Hospital, Lafayette, Ind. Born August 13, 1940 in Frankfort to Clarence L. & Faye M. (Bougher) Greeno. He married Nancy L. Read on June 4, 1971 in Frankfort and she survives.
Richard was a 1957 graduate of Frankfort High School. He owned Richard’s Furniture and Bedding for 46 years and previously worked at both Mallory’s and General Foods, where he was a supervisor. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church where he served on the Parish Pastoral Council. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Richard was past president of Board of Zoning Appeals, and a member for 12 years, president of City Planning Commission and a member for over 20 years, past president of Frankfort Airport Authority and holds the distinction of being the only member to be President of Board of Zoning Appeals, City Planning Commission and Frankfort Airport Authority all at the same time. He was also a member of the Alcoholic Beverage Commission for Clinton County, a member of Knights of Columbus, Moose and Eagles in Logansport, past president Frankfort Rotary Club, and past membership Chair of Rotary District 6560, member International Brotherhood of Magicians where he was awarded the Order of Merlin for having served in the IBM for over 35 years, former president and member of the Bob Hurt IBM Ring 219 in Lafayette. He was a Las Vegas Historian and helped write two books, one of which is titled “When The Mob Ran Vegas”.
Visitation and Services
Visitation will be 1-3 p.m. Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church Muller Hall. Mass of Christian Burial will be 3 p.m. Tuesday following the visiting at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 600 S. Mary’s Ave., Frankfort. Military Rites will follow the funeral mass at the Chapel of Peace Mausoleum at Green Lawn Cemetery in Frankfort. Memorial donations may be made to Clinton County YMCA or Clinton County Boys & Girls Club. Out of respect for the health, safety, and comfort of all in attendance, guests will be expected to adhere to current CDC guidelines regarding appropriate social distancing and the wearing of masks.
Survived by:
Wife: Nancy Greeno of Frankfort, Daughter: Sherry Quintina Violette of Old Town, Maine, 4 Sons: Richard Lee (Patsy) Greeno of Machias, Maine, Jeffery Allen Cummings of Caribou, Maine, Gregory Lee Bradshaw of Lafayette, Galen Leon (Paula) Bradshaw of Frankfort, Brother: John David Greeno of Lafayette, 13 Grandchildren and 29 Great Grandchildren.
Preceded by:
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Paul.
Richard was one of a kind. He will be truly missed. Thinking of you Nancy, hugs to you.
Mic and Micki Knuckles
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Facebook Twitter GoogleWe will miss you Richard. Thanks for being our friend. Scott, Kathy, & Mary
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Facebook Twitter GoogleSo very sorry, Nancy and family. Richard was a very kind person. I will always remember the way he delighted in producing a new magic trick every night for us nurses when he came to visit you at the hospital all those years ago. And I still don’t know how he did it! Hugs to you.
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Facebook Twitter GoogleSorry to hear of Richards passing. He lived a great life. He was a cornerstone of our community he will be missed.
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Facebook Twitter GoogleLoved talking with him, so much knowledge, you’ll be missed Richard.
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Facebook Twitter GoogleSorry for your loss, prayers are with you. God Bless.
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Facebook Twitter GoogleCondolences to the family. Always thought it remarkable how much Richard, John and Paul were the spitting image of their precious Mother.
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Facebook Twitter GoogleNancy & Family, so sorry for your loss.
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Facebook Twitter GoogleRichard has served his community for many years. Prayers to the family. He will be mossed.
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Facebook Twitter GoogleRichard leaves us here in Frankfort with a great void. His leadership and passion for our community, is matched only, by his kind heart and willingness to serve. His ability to bring laughter and joy into our lives has been nothing less than magical. Prayers for Nancy and family, as they navigate the days, weeks, and months ahead. Our deepest sympathy!
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Facebook Twitter GoogleSorry for you and your family’s loss. God Bless you and your family.
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Facebook Twitter GoogleNancy and family,
My heart goes out to all of you at this difficult time. I’m sending prayers and hugs to you, Nancy.
Amy Bayless
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Facebook Twitter GoogleOur thoughts and prayers are with you. Greg and Carol Scott
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Facebook Twitter GoogleI will always remember Richard for his kindness and his huge heart-Love to Nancy
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Facebook Twitter GoogleDear Nancy
If there is anything I can do call or let Donna know. Keeping you in my thoughts
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Facebook Twitter GoogleRIP Richard, thoughts and prayers for your family. Until we meet again, keep smiling.
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Facebook Twitter GoogleRichard’s presence will be missed in many places, but the Frankfort Rotary Club will miss his weekly welcome at the sign in table. Richard was always willing to speak the truth and ask questions if he did not know. Our community will miss Richard as we are a little better because of the good and kind man he was. While we are saddened by his passing, we rejoice in his home in Heaven. Much love to Nancy, Galen, and family.
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Facebook Twitter GoogleMay God bless your family with peace and comfort in these days of sower. Richard’s presence on earth will be truly missed.
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Facebook Twitter GoogleWe are very sorry for your loss. It was a pleasure to work with Richard at General Foods. It also has been a pleasure to know his wife. Our prayers are with you through this time of loss.
Jerry and Teresa Berkey
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Facebook Twitter GoogleNancy, I’m so sorry I couldn’t make it to the calling/funeral. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
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Facebook Twitter GoogleI am so sorry for your loss. I knew Richard through his many years of service in city government. He will be so missed.
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Facebook Twitter GoogleDad, I miss you a lot. I truly miss being able to talk to you on the phone. It was so awesome to receive a call from Daddy, yes you are forever my Daddy. You made me happy when you called me. I enjoyed sharing all my little LV finds from ME. Nancy you were a wonderful wife to my father because of you I believe we had Dad as long as we did. I thank you for taking care of Dad and being in his life. I love you Nancy and I miss all my brothers and family. Someone told me that through Death is HEALING. May God and our love ones in heaven continue to watch over us and protect us.
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Facebook Twitter GoogleI believe this is one of the nicest tributes I’ve ever seen, you were a good dude, Richard and it was a pleasure knowing you.
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