Richard Bernard Glymph was an unforgettable man, who was a loved, prom-inent figure in his community, and will always be cherished. He was a be-loved son, brother, uncle, father, grandfather great grandfather and great- great grandfather. Richard's life began on Wednesday, September 18, 1940 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He was the youngest of Middie Sr. and Idella Glymph's children. Richard spent a majority of his childhood with his siblings, Middie Jr. and Dorothy. Richard derived from a devoted Christian family. Together, they faithfully attend church every Sunday at New Bethel Baptist Church, and hosted prayer meetings at their home every Wednesday.

In his late adolescent years, Richard completed many milestones. The former marching band trumpet player earned his diploma from Atkins High School in 1958. In September of the same year, Richard attended Winston-Salem Teachers College, where he majored in Education. In college, Richard met the love of his life, Arlene Turner. A year later, on April 7, 1959 the love-birds united in Holy Matrimony. Their union produced five loving children.

Richard was a well-known figure in Winston-Salem. A major reason for this was due to his employment at Safe Bus, the largest black owned transportation company in the world, as a driver. During his tenure at Safe Bus, he began to acquaint himself with members of the Boston section of Winston-Salem and abroad, even providing members free rides and the elderly front door service. Richard continued his hard work at Wesley Business Forms in the shipping department, where he later retired in 2001.

Cars were one of Richard's knacks. He enjoyed building model cars with his wife, and also would ordinarily be found in his driveway, working on his vehicles. Another passion of his, was working in the funeral business. He grew an affection for the dead and comforting families in mourning.

What meant the most to Richard was family. As a father and husband, Richard often took his family to the racetrack and wrestling matches. He was conservative, but often the comedic relief to his loved ones. He affectionately had a nickname for everyone, especially his beloved grandchildren. Richard loved his family, and they loved him back.

Richard is preceded in death by his parents Middie D. Glymph Sr. and Idella (Stevenson); brother, Middle Glymph Jr., and sister Dorothy Hughes. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife Arlene Glymph; son Gerard Glymph; daughters, Sabrina Harris (Gary), Valencia Chambers (Donnell), Richelle Gay (Gary), and Lesia Glymph. Grandchildren Jevon, Richard, Tia, Marcus (Lauren), Nina, Stacy, as well as a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and extended family.

Lovingly submitted,

The Family

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