Jason Paul Richard, 35, of Groves, Texas passed away Wednesday, June 19, 2013.  He was born in Nederland, Texas on March 19, 1978 to Eugene Paul and Ethel Catherine Esclovon Richard.  He was the owner of Richard Lawn & Pest Management.

   A Memorial Mass will be recited at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Nederland on Monday, June 24, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. with Msgr. Dan Malain celebrant.  The services are under the direction of Melancon’s Funeral Home.

   Jason is survived by his parents, Eugene and Catherine Richard of Nederland; his grandmother, Marguerite Esclovon of Nederland; sons, James Paul Richard and Trent Allen Richard, both of Groves; sisters, Tiffany Weatherford of Nacogdoches and Kristina Swink of Nederland; and several nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles.

   In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to his son, James and Trent Richard.

Details and guest registry available at Melancons.org.