Richard Maldonado

On Thursday morning, December 5, 2019, Richard Maldonado,79, peacefully went be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.  Richard was born August 7, 1940 in Jerome, AZ to Victor and Lucille Maldonado and was raised by Louis and Lucille Olague in Prescott, AZ. Richard was a leader and loved to teach which caused him to excel in his many occupations throughout his life including; working in an underground mine at age 14, an electrician, softball coach, basketball coach, construction worker and master machinist/process engineer. He retired at age 62 and loved attending church, fishing, yard sales, living in Prescott but more than anything he loved spending time with his family. Richard’s generosity and love to all who were privileged to know him was infectious and his family only hopes that they can carry on the testimony of his generosity.  In his first marriage, Richard had three children, Richard, Kathy, and Larry. On October 11, 1975, Richard married the love of his life, Patricia Ann and together they had two sons, David and Michael. He loved his family but most of all he loved his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and faithfully served him in his beloved church, The Potters House Christian Fellowship Church for 44 years.  Richard was preceded in death by his father Victor, mother Lucille, step-father Louis, and brothers Ernie Victor and Tony Reuben. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Pat, children David (Kristine), Michael, Richard, Kathy, Larry, numerous grandchildren, a great grandchild, brother Lou (Nancy), sister Jessie Ann, cousins and numerous nieces and nephews.