Richard Lloyd Paton passed away on April 25, at his home.

Richard was born in Orange, New Jersey, on August 19, 1951. His parents were Stanley and Loretta Paton who are now deceased. He has two sisters; Patricia Busse (deceased) and Beverly Kennedy, and a special dog Blackie, who lives with his sister now.

After high school, Richard joined the Navy. He later started his own electrical contracting business.

The graveside service will be Wednesday, May 10, at 11 am at the Lompoc Cemetery.