October 8, 2026, 86, Goldsboro – Richard “Dicky” W. Howard of Goldsboro NC, passed away on October 8, 2026, at the age of 86. He passed peacefully at Barbour Court Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Smithfield, NC, following a lengthy illness.
Born in Durham NC, Dicky dedicated 35 years of service to GTE (now Verizon), where he worked as an Administrator of Data Processing until his retirement. Following retirement, he worked at Kinston Drag Strip in Kinston NC, where he enjoyed being involved in a sport he loved.
An avid woodworker, Dicky took great pride in creating handcrafted projects for family and friends. His generosity, craftsmanship, and willingness to help others left a lasting impression on all who knew him. He will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and all whose lives he touched
Dicky was a devoted member of Faith Fellowship Church in Kinston NC, where he was affectionately known as the “Candy Man.” He lovingly prepared individual candy bags for the children and handed them out before Sunday services. He also built the large wooden cross that sits on the communion table in the sanctuary. He deeply loved his church family.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Judy; his sister-in-law, Phyllis Comer; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edgar and Willie Mae Howard; his sisters, Betty and Peggy; and his brothers, Tommy and Eddie.
A memorial service will be held at Faith Fellowship Church in Kinston NC, on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Memorials may be made to the church.
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