Reverend Richard Lee Pugh, 71, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at Ascension St. John Medical Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
He was born on October 7, 1955, in Coffeyville, Kansas, to Wilburn Lee and Addie Lorene (Warren) Pugh. Richard grew up and attended school in Coffeyville graduating from Field Kindley High School in 1973. He continued his education graduating from Coffeyville Community College, and Pittsburg State University later in life.
On July 25, 1980, he married Terri Lynn Downing, they had three sons, Travis, Chad, and Ricky Joe. Terri Lynn preceded him in death on November 27, 1995.
Richard married Marla Moses on June 2, 2019, and gained two children, Benjamin and Rachel and their families.
Richard spent the majority of his life in his beloved hometown before relocating to Caney several years ago. A skilled carpenter by trade, Richard dedicated his career to building both residential and commercial structures working for others and his own Koala-T Custom Woodwork, from which he retired. Richard's faith was an integral part of his life, and he served as an ordained minister with International Pentecostal Holiness Church, sharing his spirituality with others.
Richard's greatest joy came from spending time with his family, especially his sons and grandchildren. Whether cheering on the Dallas Cowboys or attending car races, wrestling, and other sporting events, Richard's passion for life was evident. He was a man of many talents, enjoying singing, drawing, writing, and working with his hands. His love for his family was paramount, and he was deeply cherished by those who knew him.
Richard is survived by his wife, Marla Pugh; his sons, Travis (Ashley) Pugh and children Madelyn and Liam, Chad (Heather) Pugh and children Oliver and Tatum, and Ricky Joe Pugh; bonus children, Benjamin Phillips and children Angle, Lillian, Madelyn and Abigail, and grandchildren Kahari and Kalillyanah McDaniel, Rachel Phillips and children Owen and Jayden Andersen; and sisters, Geraldine Castle and Marianne Long. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wilburn and Addie Pugh; his first wife, Terri Lynn Pugh; his brother, Bill Pugh; and his sister, Eunice Waeltz.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects at the visitation on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at David W. Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville, where the family will greet friends later that day at 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
A funeral service celebrating Richard's life will be held on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Emmanuel Chapel in South Coffeyville, Oklahoma, with Pastor Randy Frazier officiating. Burial will follow in Restlawn Memorial Park in Coffeyville.
The family suggests memorials in Richard's memory to Emmanuel Chapel; contributions may be left with or mailed in care of David W. Barnes Funeral Home, 306 North Cline Road, Coffeyville, KS 67337.
Richard will be remembered for his unwavering dedication to his family, his community, and his faith. Please join us in honoring his memory by sharing your stories and photos on the memorial page at www.dwbfh.com. And as Richard would say, ain’t God good!
