Lester Joseph Richard passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2020 at the age of 96. Beloved husband of the late Eleanor Vige Richard. Father of Gloria Rivet, Norma Jeanne (Tommy) and Donald Richard (Darlene). Son of the late Philomene and Louis Richard. Grandfather of Jerret Carriere, Melissa Carriere, Donald Richard, Jr., Jeniffer Damico and Daniel Damico. Great Grandfather of Brett, Jerret, Jr., Karley, McKenzie, Sean, Ava and Adalynn. Great Great Grandfather of Mary, Natasha, Janiya and Bailei. Lester was predeceased by his siblings. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Lester was a native of Opelousas, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA for the past 60 years. A Private Funeral Service will be held at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Thursday, April 9, 2020 at 1:30PM. Interment will be in Gates of Heaven Mausoleum, Westwego. Relatives and friends of the family may leave their fond memories by signing the online guestbook at mothefunerals.com