Richard Oren Burks, 78, died on September 7, 2025. He was born on June 22, 1947, to Oren Pete Burks and Willie Carl Rickett in Dallas.
He married Linda Burks on September 25, 1964, and they were married 61 years. He cherished the memories made with her over the decades, including their children and grandchildren. He was a truck driver and family man and was known for his joyful spirit and vibrant personality.
He enjoyed playing dominoes, poker, and indulging in the thrill of lottery and gambling.
Mr. Burks is survived by his children, Eva Sharp and husband Perry of Emory, Dorothy Wilson and husband Bobby of Emory, Judy Wood and husband Chad of West Tawakoni, Wanda Milsap of Paris, Richard Burks Jr. and wife Donna of Wichita, Kan., and Kenneth Burks and wife Tina of Wylie; 18 grandchildren; and 28 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Linda; his parents; brothers, Bobby Burks, Charles Burks and Raymond Canada; and great-grandson, Joseph Hulsey.