Richard Alexander

Richard Dean Alexander, age 91, of Mena, Arkansas, passed away on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at his home surrounded by family. Richard was born on Tuesday, July 16, 1935, to Thomas Richard Alexander and Leona Pearl Glascow Alexander in Topeka, Kansas.

Richard was a hard working man who spent many years driving a long haul truck to provide for his family. He proudly served in the United States Marines during the Korean War. Richard had a good sense of humor and enjoyed making his wife, Lois, laugh. He liked spending time in his shop, helping people work on small motors and fix things that needed fixing. He also enjoyed fishing, camping, and deer hunting. Richard was proud of his big family and was thankful for all the years he got to spend with them. Family was important to him, and he enjoyed having them around and being part of their lives.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Steve; two brothers, Larry Alexander and Marvin Alexander; and one sister, Betty Avery.

Richard is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Lois June Alexander of Mena; four sons and daughters in law, James Bond and Martha Carter of Claremore, Oklahoma, Joseph Bond of Mena; Danny and Tamera Bond of Fort Smith, and Phillip Bond of Mena; his three daughters, Judy Alexander, Cindy Alexander, and Donna; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.

No services are planned at this time. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas.

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