Richard Alan Kennedy, age 67, of Rose Bud, Arkansas passed away on October 17, 2025. He was born in Lynnwood, California on May 29, 1958 to his parents Lloyd Jack Kennedy and Nedra Colene Evans.

Richard is preceded in death by his parents, brother Joseph Kennedy, and sister Penelope Draeger.

He is survived by his life partner and caregiver Christine Kennedy; children Nikkie Cooper (Wesley), Ricky Kennedy (Liz), Mikkie Kennedy, and Kikkie York (Shaun); grandchildren Piper Cooper, Zoei Cooper, Murdoc Cooper, and other grandchildren; sister Greta Hunt (Monty); along with a host of extended family and friends.

Richard liked working with his hands and doing construction. He liked taking pictures of the sunset. He loved God and his family deeply, and he will be missed by all who knew him.

Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com