In Loving Memory Of

Richard Harris Remley

April 23, 1957 - April 30, 2026
Richard Harris Remley
In the care of
Fraser Funeral Home
Richard Harris Remley was born on April 23, 1957, in Belle Glade, Florida, and passed away on April 30, 2026.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Harris and Geneva Remley.
He is survived by his wife, Cathy; his daughter, Angela McDowell; his three grandchildren, Scott McDowell, Charles McDowell, and Kailey McDowell; Brother, William Remley (Susan), Sister Nancy Thompson (John), Nephews, Caleb Thompson (Leslie) and Bill Remley (Kelly); his nieces, Rachel Vaughn (Joseph) and Amanda Strickland (Derek); and many extended family members, cousins, and friends.

Richard approached every endeavor with determination; a quality reflected in his achievement of the rank of Eagle Scout.

He had many interests, including American history, World War II, trains, the Iditarod, and the Georgia Bulldogs, for whom he proudly held season tickets for many years. He was also our family historian, always ready with an answer to any question. He was also a proud American who held a deep respect for our military.

Richard began his career with the Seaboard Coastline Railroad and later spent 34 distinguished years with Publix Supermarkets before retiring in 2023. He was deeply loyal to his family and friends, never met a stranger, and quickly turned new acquaintances into lasting friendships.

He was kind, generous, and gifted with a wonderful sense of humor. Richard achieved more in his life than could ever be fully listed. He loved God, his wife Cathy, his family, his grandchildren, and his faithful sidekick, Dixie. He was a devoted brother and uncle who dearly loved his daughter and grandchildren and was incredibly proud of them.

Richard was a member of Southpoint Baptist Church and believed in Jesus Christ and His finished work on the cross. Because of that faith, we take comfort in knowing we will see him again, and that reunion will be glorious.

John 16:22: “So with you: Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy.”

As the apostle Paul wrote, “To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.”

A Celebration of Life for Richard will be held on May 30th, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the chapel of Fraser Funeral Home, 8168 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32221
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Mari Griffith • Friend
May 29, 2026
Our community of Fawn Ridge enjoyed the friendship of Richard and Cathy for many years. Many of us ran into Richard while he was out walking Dixie, and remember when he first got her as a young puppy. They both enjoyed sitting outside in the driveway or the garage, and talking to neighbors as they walked past.
We will miss seeing them both but feel blessed for knowing them. We send prayers to the family for peace and comfort, and we continue to pray for Cathy during this time of even so much more change in her life.
It's a wonder when our neighbors pass on that their house always seems to remain "their" house even when it changes hands.
May God wrap Richard in his loving arms and keep Cathy close in Peace.
Your Fawn Ridge Friends
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Caleb Thompson • Nephew
May 22, 2026
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Going into old Publix store #381 after it was closed down and playing wall ball and running around with him inside. Too many great memories to pick just one!

Love you man