Edward Leroy Richter

Edward Leroy Richter, age 72, passed away on Monday, January 3, 2022 in Corpus Christi, Texas. He was born on September 3, 1949 in Alice, Texas to Leroy Pete Richter, Sr. and Lillian Lucille Peters.

Edward retired from the oilfield industry after 35 years of service. He enjoyed working on the farm, ranching, gardening, yard work, multiplying onions, tending to his apple trees when they produced. He especially loved spending time with his beloved dog, Blondie.

Edward was preceded in by death by his parents, Leroy Pete Richter, Sr. and Lillian Lucille P. Richter and brother, John Henry Richter.

Loved ones left to cherish his memories are his brothers, Fred (Cecilia) Richter of Tholl, Texas and Leroy (Cathy) Richter of Alice, Texas; sister, Linda Lucille Havel of Stephenville, Texas; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A Graveside Service and viewing will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, January 11, 2022, officiated by Mary Jackson at Alice Cemetery.

Arrangements are entrusted to Holmgreen Mortuary, 2061 East Main Street, Alice, Texas.

Condolences for the family may be offered at www.holmgreenmortuaryinc.com and shared via Holmgreen Mortuary Facebook.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to St. Jude’s Hospital. 

The family would like to extend their gratitude to the Christus Spohn Hospital-Shoreline 3rd floor ICU unit for their love, compassion, and care they gave Eddie.

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