Richard Staggs

Passed 04/11/2016

Obituary For Richard Staggs

Inman, SC - Richard Howard Staggs was born July 6, 1944 in Spartanburg County to the late Mr. Clyde Staggs, Sr., and the late Mrs. Flossie Macopson Staggs. Richard entered rest on Monday April 11, 2016 after a brief illness at the Physical Rehabilitation/Wellness Center, Spartanburg, South Carolina. Mr. Staggs was married to Alice Loretta Young for thirty-four years. Richard was a member of Zion Hill Baptist Church, Inman, South Carolina. Mr. Staggs graduated from Bethune High School, Class of 1962 in Inman, South Carolina. Richard enjoyed hunting, fishing, crafting and traveling (name it Richard could do it). Left to cherish fond and loving memories are: his wife, Alice; his daughters, Cynthia L. Young, Tonya M. Young, Tammy K. (Jerry) Houston and Tierra D. Nesbitt all of Spartanburg, SC, Carla Lyles of Greenville, SC and Renee Copeland of Inman, SC; his son, Terrance (Detra) Glenn of Spartanburg, SC; his two grandchildren reared in the home, David Houston and Christian K. Young; his four additional grandchildren; his one great grandchild; his three godchildren; his sisters, Norma Beatty and Lizzie Staggs of Inman, SC and JoAnne (David) Vaughn of Moore, SC; his brothers, Clyde (Etrulia) Staggs Jr. and Van(Linda) Staggs, Sr. both of Spartanburg, SC and Gregg Staggs, Sr. of Inman SC; his extended family, Elizabeth Chapman and Dr. & Mrs. Kyle Kiesau; and a host of aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, sister-in-laws, brother-in-laws and many friends. Mr. Staggs was preceded in death by a brother, Larry Carlton Staggs. A Celebration of the Life of Richard Howard Staggs will be held on Saturday, April 16, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at Zion Hill Baptist Church, 34 Blackstock Rd., Inman, SC. Reverend Dr. R.L. Sadler will officiate. Interment will be in the Roselawn Memorial Gardens, 1451 Compton Bridge Rd., Inman, SC.



Guest Book

Thoughts and prayers for Alice, childern, siblings and entire family! Lots of love from Marshall Fain and family!!

- April

You all are in my Prayers as you mourn the passing of your love one Richard Staggs

- connie ballenger fields

May God continue to be with Mrs. Alice and the entire Staggs family.

- Latonya

Dear Lizzie and family, So sorry to read about Richard's passing. I remember his wonderful smile when I was there as your Hospice nurse for your dad. You were one of my most remembered families because of the wonderful loving care you gave to your parents and how you made me feel a part of your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, Diane

- Diane Ablett

In your time of loss you have my deepest sympathy. May GOD continue to bless you all.

- Paulette Jones

Heart is heavy send my love and my condolences

- Elaine

Dear Mrs. Staggs, We meet a couple of times over the years In the grocery store Or shopping somewhere,,, Richard always had A big smile and a hug To share. I was working for Dr. Holcomb & Kiesau So many years ago When Richard came into all our lives. Since I live in Inman too, we knew a lot of the same people. I loved him too, he was a very kind man That loved his family and life. I am so sorry for your loss , May God hold you all extra close during these sad days and Give you strength to Carry on. Rose Parris

- Rose

Dear Mrs. Staggs, We meet a couple of times over the years In the grocery store Or shopping somewhere,,, Richard always had A big smile and a hug To share. I was working for Dr. Holcomb & Kiesau So many years ago When Richard came into all our lives. Since I live in Inman too, we knew a lot of the same people. I loved him too, he was a very kind man That loved his family and life. I am so sorry for your loss , May God hold you all extra close during these sad days and Give you strength to Carry on. Rose Parris

- Rose

Dear Mrs. Staggs, We meet a couple of times over the years In the grocery store Or shopping somewhere,,, Richard always had A big smile and a hug To share. I was working for Dr. Holcomb & Kiesau So many years ago When Richard came into all our lives. Since I live in Inman too, we knew a lot of the same people. I loved him too, he was a very kind man That loved his family and life. I am so sorry for your loss , May God hold you all extra close during these sad days and Give you strength to Carry on. Rose Parris

- Rose

Dear Mrs. Staggs, We meet a couple of times over the years In the grocery store Or shopping somewhere,,, Richard always had A big smile and a hug To share. I was working for Dr. Holcomb & Kiesau So many years ago When Richard came into all our lives. Since I live in Inman too, we knew a lot of the same people. I loved him too, he was a very kind man That loved his family and life. I am so sorry for your loss , May God hold you all extra close during these sad days and Give you strength to Carry on. Rose Parris

- Rose

Dear Mrs. Staggs, We meet a couple of times over the years In the grocery store Or shopping somewhere,,, Richard always had A big smile and a hug To share. I was working for Dr. Holcomb & Kiesau So many years ago When Richard came into all our lives. Since I live in Inman too, we knew a lot of the same people. I loved him too, he was a very kind man That loved his family and life. I am so sorry for your loss , May God hold you all extra close during these sad days and Give you strength to Carry on. Rose Parris

- Rose

Love u grandpa miss u so much i Still see u smiling at all times I know u still around just knw u never forgotten u always with me forever your grandson

- Torrence