Richard Don Peebler

Richard Don Peebler, Jr. passed from this life suddenly at his residence in Lufkin, TX on August 6th 2015 after 51 short years on this Earth. Richard was born to Richard Don Peebler, Sr, and Elizabeth Everett Peebler on January 6th 1964 in Rapid City, South Dakota. He made his home and resided in Lufkin, TX for most of his adult life.

Richard was preceded in death by his father, Richard Don Peebler, Sr. He is survived by his mother, Elizabeth Everett Peebler of Lufkin, his wife, Charlotta Peebler of Lufkin, his daughter, Lacey Peebler of Dallas, his son, Justin Terry, and wife Kristyn of Lufkin, his daughter Chelsea Ferguson and husband Jeremey of Lufkin, his sister, Ricki Ryan and husband John (JP) of Bryan/College Station, his sister Donna Hedgepath and husband John (Cotton) of Lufkin, his grandchildren Haylee Ferguson, Jaxson Ferguson, Maddox Ferguson, and Tatum Terry of Lufkin, his life long friend and brother Bob Love and wife Laurie of Lufkin, his beloved dog Cloe, his Aunts and Uncles, Buddy and Linda Everett of Lubbock, Margie David of Odessa, David and Glenita Everett of Alexandria La, Dee and Golly Everett of Alexandria, his sister-in-laws Kendra Levoy, Kellie Selvage and husband Earl, Mindy Brunson and husband Darren, and a host of Nieces, Nephews, numerous loving cousins and extended family members.

Richard graduated Lufkin High School with the class of 1982, and obtained an Associates Degree in Criminal Justice at Angelina College, and attended Stephen F. Austin State University.

Richard was a loving father, husband, son, brother, and friend. He lived his life with humor and enthusiasm. He was a skilled and avid hunter and loved life and time in the outdoors. It would appear that he never met a stranger. He was quick with a joke, and long on personality, a good story, or lively debate. He was the owner and operator of Brake Express, and provided honest repairs and service to thousands of customers for over 20 years. He gave back generously to the community, and could be called upon to help a family in need with vehicle repairs. He was a champion chef and won many awards for his barbecue cooking. He participated in countless charity cook off benefits where his time and talents helped many a family in need. His ribs were about the best you ever had, and he could be counted on to deliver them to family or friends after hours of cooking around a hot pit. He had a broad range of Interests and loved equally between John Wayne westerns and Monty Python. He had a love for music, and could sing with a voice that would surprise you. He was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church and Cross Timbers Cowboy Church of Lufkin. He leaves behind a host of family and friends that will miss him dearly. He departed this life far too early, which is surprising as Richard rarely arrived at his destination on time. His unique wit, contagious spirit, and perspective on life will be missed by all that knew him.

Pallbearers will be Gene (Geno) Dorsett, John (Slacker) Lazarine, Scott (Scottie Dog) Turner, Adam (Shocker) Shocklee, Karl (Kool) Grimes, and Kenny (Coach) Cook. Honorary Pallbearers will be Pat Nicholson, Nick Maselli, Mike Love, and Bruce Love.

He would want you to arrive a little late for his funeral, but to stay late and celebrate with family and friends to recall a life well lived.

The family will receive visitors Monday, August 10th at Carroway Funeral Home in Lufkin from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.

The celebration of his life and funeral services will be at Cross Timbers Cowboy Church at 4:00PM on Tuesday, August 11th with Brother Horace Fletcher and Pastor Ford Adkins officiating with interment to immediately follow at Fielders Cemetery in Lufkin.

Memories and condolences may be added at www.carrowayfuneralhome.com.
Carroway Funeral Home, Lufkin, directors.