Martin Richard

Martin Richard, 88, of Austin passed away November 1, 2016 in Austin. He was born March 14, 1928 in Morse, Louisiana to Martin and Alice Hoffpauir Richard. Martin graduated high school in Morse, Louisiana in 1945 and moved to Port Arthur, Texas where he worked for Texaco Refinery. He later enlisted and served 2 years in the US Navy. Upon returning home, he continued working for Texaco and retired after 40 years of service. He married Betty Landry and they were together for 66 years. Martin was a life member of the Groves Knights of Columbus, Council 3491, Les Acadiens Du Texas and the American Legion Post 0007. He was a skilled handyman and gardener. He had a host of friends through the years and will be missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife, Betty; two daughters, Gayle Burrows and her husband John and Ann Richard; son, Keith Richard; and three grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. on Friday, November 4, 2016 at Levingston Funeral Home in Groves with a Rosary Service at 7:00 p.m. A graveside service will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, November 5, 2016 at Greenlawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials to your charity of choice.