Richard Henry Elkins, Jr.

Richard Henry Elkins left our lives too soon on April 15, 2023. He was 19 years old.

Richard was born to Lisa Barlow and Richard Elkins, Sr., on October 10, 2003, in Billings,

Montana. He was the second child and first son of Lisa and Rick, and the younger brother of

several older half-siblings on each side of the family.

Richard was a happy child, always interested in trying to help those around him. He deeply

valued loyalty and was fiercely protective of his siblings and close friends. From the time he was

small, he had a love for music. He listened to everything from classical composers to rap.

Richard had previously spoken of aspirations to join the military or secure an apprenticeship to

become a welder. He played SIYFL football and was a member of the NW Highland Bears team

under Coach Jason. He was a creative, intelligent, and dedicated individual, graduating early

with his G.E.D. at age 17. Richard was the sort of person who was 100% committed to anything

he decided to undertake. He had a great sense of humor and loved to laugh. He was an incredible

uncle, cousin, brother, son, and partner.

While living in Idaho, Richard met his partner. The two were preparing to welcome their

daughter into the world.

Richard is survived by his parents, Lisa and Rick, as well as his grandfather, a grandmother,

seven sisters, three brothers, nine nieces, five nephews, his partner, and their daughter, three

aunts, and two uncles, along with many extended family members and friends.

While no funeral service is currently scheduled, the family has asked that anyone desiring to help

please make donations via Venmo using @Lisa-Elkins-71.

“If you inquire into the hurt,

you know what you’re experiencing

is love.”

Duncan Trussell, The Midnight Gospel

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