Obituary

Richard Campbell “Dick” Pearce passed away peacefully in the early hours of Monday
morning, July 17, 2023 at the age of 76 at his home and surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Lubbock, Texas on September 12, 1946, to William Martin Pearce Jr. and
Frances Campbell Pearce.
He is survived by his loving family, including his wife Gabrielle "Gaby" Lamar Pearce, his
daughter Anne Marie Pearce, his stepdaughter Charlotte Gabrielle Brown and his
stepsons Roberts Temple Brown and Peter Lamar Brown. He was the brother of William
Martin Pearce III and uncle to Marc and Eric Pearce. Dick will be dearly missed by his
beloved family and a host of dear friends.
Dick was preceded in death by his parents William and Frances.
A native of Lubbock, Texas and proud resident of the North Shore area for over 35 years,
Dick attended Kemper Military School, graduated from Lubbock High School and then
Texas Tech University in 1969. He proudly served the United States Army and was a
veteran of the Vietnam War. Dick was honorably discharged as a 1st Lieutenant in 1971.
He later earned a mid-career Master's degree in business and finance from the University
of Delaware. He took pride in his career in finance, serving as a stock broker, banker and
small business loan professional for more than 40 years.
Dick was loving, compassionate and a steadfast friend to many. He enjoyed hobbies that
allowed him to work with his hands and express his creativity, artistry and passion for
craftsmanship. He continued to develop and refine his skills, including through continuing
university education, throughout his life. More than anything he loved and was devoted to
his family and friends. Dick was widely respected and profoundly loved by many and will
be deeply missed by all. His irascible sense of humor, gentle spirit and joy in life will be
remembered and cherished by his friends and family until they meet him again.
The Pearce family expresses their deepest gratitude to the outstanding care provided by
St. Tammany Hospice.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made in the name of Richard Campbell “Dick”
Pearce to St. Tammany Hospice. Donations may be made at https://www.sthfoundation.or
g/donate (select "Hospice" and note his name in the comments) or by mailing a check to
St. Tammany Hospice, 1010 S. Polk St., Ste 2, Covington, Louisiana 70433.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral mass at Saint Joseph Abbey, 75376
River Road, Saint Benedict, Louisiana 70457, on Friday, July 21, 2023 at 2:00 PM with
visitation beginning at 1:00 PM until service time. Interment will follow services and take
place in Saint Joseph Abbey Cemetery.