Age 58, passed away late Thursday afternoon, January 6, 2022. Richard was born in Kalamazoo, on July 26, 1963. Richard had a love for racing and fast cars. He worked at the Kalamazoo Speedway for 26 years. In his younger years he worked with the carnival and traveled all over the United States. He also worked at Disney World. He had a passion for designing and selling his own slot cars. He loved hunting with his friend, Matt. Richard is survived by siblings, Kenny (Monica) Hale of Kalamazoo, Garry (Angela) Hale of Kalamazoo, Opal Hale of Kalamazoo; step-sister, Doreen McCormick of Kalamazoo; several nieces and nephews; and his life-long companion and friend, Rose Liddell. He was preceded in death by his mother Sharon Sincler Farrington, his father, Garry Lee Hale; and his step-father, Richard Farrington.