Richard William Rummer

A memorial service for Richard William Rummer, 71, of Lufkin will be held Friday, December 22, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at his home, 3772 FM 843, Lufkin. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Carroway Funeral Home.

Mr. Rummer was born July 12, 1952 in Alma, Michigan to the late Norma Janet (Krauss) and Richard Elmer Rummer, and died Saturday, December 16, 2023 at his residence. He was not just a father - he was a dad, not only to his children but to everyone that came into his home.

Mr. Rummer was a 1970 graduate of Alma High School in Alma, Michigan. He served as a mechanic in the U.S. Army from 1971 to 1981, stationed in Vietnam, Ft. Bragg, North Carolina, Fort Hood, Texas, Korea, Fort Campbell, Kentucky, and Germany.

He attended Angelina College and Central Texas College, studying Automotive Science and Basic Auto/Truck Electrical System Diagnostics. He also received training in generator repair, mobile A/C repair, tractor trailer operation, human and race relations, electronic ignitions, gas and electric welding, hand tools, and shop equipment safety. Mr. Rummer had worked for Pineywoods Tractor and JTR Sales and Service.

Survivors include his children and spouses, Richard and Becky Rummer, Travis and Tashma Rummer, Brittney and Shaun Miller, James and Brittiany Willims, Sam and Amber Williams, and Adam and Kim Williams; grandchildren, Jordan, Keenen, Emily, TJ, Faith, Hope, Hayden, Jake, Lilly, Kaleigh, Chandler, Joshua, Damien, Dillan, Hank, Justin, and Amiah; great-grandchild, Derek; sisters, Rita Perfitt and Roxie Frisbie; brothers, Randy Rummer and Rod Rummer; best friend, Sandra Havard and husband Micheal; and a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother-in-law, Clare Perfitt; and nephew, Brandon Rummer.

Honorary pallbearers will be J.T. Williams, Sam Williams, Adam Williams, Richard Rummer, and Travis Rummer.

Memories and condolences may be added at www.carrowayfuneralhome.com.

Carroway Funeral Home, Lufkin, directors.