Richard Wade Travis, age 59, of Columbia, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday June 17, 2014.
Richard was born to the late Eldrige Lee Travis and Alma Louise West Travis on August 14, 1954 in Columbia, Tennessee. Richard was a farm hand and an electrician at Morgan Brothers. Richard built several bridges, including many at the Natchez Trace Parkway. He also worked with his brothers at David Travis masonry. Richard loved playing the guitar with Jeff Roland.
Richard is survived by his daughters Melissa Travis, Kim West, Kelley Swindell, and Kami Harvey; brothers Jacob (Lisa) Travis, David (Barbara) Travis, Gentry Travis; and several nieces, nephews,
cousins, and grandkids.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents Eldrige Lee Travis and Alma Louise West Travis.
Services will be announced on Wednesday, June 18, 2014.
Williams Funeral Home is assisting the family with local arrangements. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.williamsfh.com.
