Richard Carl Stringer was born in Midland, Texas on November 1, 1942 and departed this life in Tulsa, Oklahoma on Friday, January 4, 2013 at the age of 70 years.

Richard was the son of Clifton Toll and Lillie Odessa Wilson Stringer.

He was a resident of Kendrick, Oklahoma.

He had worked for many years as a trailer mechanic in the trucking business.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors include his wife, Joan of the home, one son, Tony Lee Ewer of San Angelo, Texas, two daughters, Debra Lynn Todd of Glencoe, Oklahoma, Tammy Lue Pauley of Cushing, Oklahoma, one brother, Dennis Stringer of Texas, nine grandchildren, four great grandchildren, other relatives and many friends.

A private memorial was held by the family.

Services are under the direction of Parks Brothers Funeral Service in Stroud, Oklahoma.