Richard W. Radcliffe, 52, of Helena, MT, passed away in the peace of his home on Friday, December 11th, 2020 from a traumatic brain injury.
He was born in Great Falls, MT, March 3rd, 1968. Richard graduated from Capital High School, 1986. He joined the U.S. Coast Guard August 24th, 1986. In the Coast Guard, he was trained on chemical, biological and radiological defense as a shipboard firefighter as well as he served as a damage control petty officer. He served with numerous special operations in the Gulf War, Haitian refugee crisis, and conducted law enforcement operations with joint interagency task forces in the Caribbean Sea. Richard received six (6) service awards SFA Service Ribbon, Special Operation Ribbon, Coast Guard Unit Bicentennial Commendation Unit Ribbon, National Defense Ribbon, and Good Conduct Medal. After an honorable discharge, he then worked for Fort Harrison VA Medical Center for 18 years.
Richard enjoyed traveling with his family and camping adventures. He served as a volunteer firefighter with his father and brothers in the Wolf Creek community.
He is survived by his wife, Bonni Radcliffe; father, Robert Radcliffe; brothers, Robert Radcliffe and Ray Radcliffe; daughter, Becky Ackers; granddaughter, Kenzlei Ackers; and step-daughter, Sarah Kirby.
Please find comfort in the fact that he is now home with the Lord.
A memorial service will be held at Capital Baptist Fellowship at 1pm on Friday, January 8th, 2021. We will gather to honor the deceased, a funeral service with military honors will be held at 2:30pm in the Fort Harrison Cemetery.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
1:00 p.m.
Friday January 8, 2021
Capital Baptist Fellowship
1727 Waukesha Avenue
Helena, Montana 59601
Burial with Military Honors
Following the Memorial Service
Friday January 8, 2021
Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Fort Harrison, Montana
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Barry says
I’m sorry for your loss. Bonnie you can call me 406-594-1209
Marie Francis says
My heart goes out to everyone it was an honor to know and work with Richard.
Lori Luoma says
I enjoyed working with Richard – his sense of humor and dedication to our team will be greatly missed!
Brenda K. Nelson says
Richard Radcliff Family, I worked next to Richard when he traveled to the Great Falls VA Clinic to work, and we frequently talked about our family. He boasted about you all. It was clear that you were the light of his life, we would share photographs of our families. My heart goes out to you all. Know that you all are in the thoughts and prayers off all of us at the VA.
Andrea K. West says
I had the pleasure of working with Richard at the VA. He was a wonderful guy and will be sorely missed. My deepest condolences to his family and friends.
Kristal Richards says
I had only known Richard for a few months in HBPC, but I truly enjoyed working with him. His dedication to our team and patients and his great sense of humor put a smile on my face every day! He will be missed so much by our staff and patients. You and your family are in my prayers and thoughts.
Kelly weber says
Omg I can’t believe this. Remember enjoying working with him and you Bonnie. I am so sorry 😢
Mary Beth Siewert says
Dear Bonnie and family,
My heart goes out to you right now, even as I myself am grieving. Richard was a tireless advocate for the veterans and for our team. He was one of those very special people who could truly say, “The buck stops here”. And it really did. He gave each one of us support and took on problems with his creative strategies that freed us up to take care of more veterans. I am really going to miss him and can’t imagine how difficult this is for you all.
All my best, peace, and love,
Mary Beth
Colleen Allen says
I will miss him! I will miss cooper and maisie stories. I just talked to him Thursday Bonnie my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Jeri S. says
Bonnie and family,
My heart breaks for you and your family. Richard was such a special person! He was always there to lend a hand and was someone you could rely on if you needed his help. He went above and beyond the call of duty. I still remember meeting him when I first came to the VA. He was all over on the floors, like a busy little bee! No moss grew under his feet! I still remember how happy you looked when you were first dating… precious memories! How blessed you were to have Richard for the time you did!
May God be with you now and give you peace in your heart, knowing he is in the most beautiful place we could ever imagine.
Lisa Jewett says
Dear Bonnie and family. I am so sorry for your loss…Richard was such a big part of our Hbpc team at work. There will be a huge hole without him. He loved his family so much and on more than one account we made fun of him and his lovey dovey comments on the phone with his lil bride. He was so excited when he met his Granddaughter too. Showing all of us his photos like a good grampa should. At work he was absolutely the best and we are all gonna miss him!
Millie Beard says
Gone from us all way too soon💔 He was a dedicated man to all whom he had in his life. Bonnie you definitely changed his world. Proud husband, father, grandfather, Veteran and VA employee. He will be missed by many. God bless
Jennie kissinger says
Richard was great to work with. He was honest and caring. He will be greatly missed. May his wife and family be comforted through this time. My heart is saddened for your loss ❤️
Mary Blevins says
Bonni, I am so very sorry for your loss, Richard was a good friend and I will so miss working with him, and talking with him, if you need anything you know how to reach me.
Destiny says
I am so taken back to hear of this loss. Richard will be truly missed. I will miss weekly calls about camping! RIP
Melinda says
Bonnie and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Richard was a wonderful person and always willing to help his coworkers, Veterans, and their families. He will be greatly missed.
Amanda Bunch says
Bonnie sorry to hear about Richard. . May God’s strength help u get through all this.. lean on him🙇
Chantelle says
Blessings and prayers to you Bonnie.
Janine G Dwyer says
I miss Cousin. Running around the backyard with you as pre-teenager, coming to visit you a few years later. Being scare of that stupid goose. Playing pacman.
Lance Sauer says
Bonni, I am very saddened to hear of Richard’s passing. He was a great guy to have known. My thoughts and prayers.