Richard William Hlad

Richard William Hlad was born on September 3, 1939, in St. Louis, Missouri. He passed away on August 19, 2020, at home in Colleyville, Texas.
Holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Art from Kansas City Art Institute and a Master’s in Art from the University of Iowa, he was one of the founding professors of the Art Department of Tarrant County College Northeast where he taught for 36 years.
Richard was a member of Concordia Lutheran Church in Bedford for over 30 years, serving on several committees, as a member of the choir, and as head of the Board of Lay Ministers.
Known for his quick wit and quirky humor, Richard was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, as well as loyal friend and talented artist.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Parkinson’s Foundation.
Richard is preceded in death by his parents, Arthemise and William Hlad. He is survived by his wife, Stella Hlad; son, Gregory Hlad, wife, Sarah and grandson, Kyle Richard Hlad; daughter, Christine Hanna, and grandsons, Uilliam Patrick and Aidan Sean Hanna; brother, Lawrence Hlad, wife, Harriett; sister, Mary Lynne Stadter, husband, Jon; and his ex-wife, Patricia Curtis. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews, as well as sister-in-law, Patricia Bent, and two stepsons and their families.
A graveside funeral ceremony will take place at Bluebonnet Hills Memorial Park in Colleyville, at 12:30 pm on Wednesday, August 26, 2020. Masks and social distancing will be appreciated.