Richard Nolen

Richard Wayne Nolen, 65, passed away September 15, 2026 after a brief illness at ADVO Assisted Living in Amarillo, Texas.

Graveside Services will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday, September 18, 2026 at West Park Cemetery, 800 Bradley Street, Hereford, Texas 79045 with Emily Simmons officiating. A visitation will be held Thursday, September 17, 2026 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Cox-Rowley Funeral Home, 4180 Canyon Drive, Amarillo, Texas 79109. 

Richard was born in Paducah, Texas on 23 January, 1961 to Dewey and Dorothy (Crumpler) Nolen. His family moved to Hereford, Texas where he lived until relocating to Amarillo, Texas where he resided until his passing.

He was preceded in death by his father Dewey Nolen, mother Dorothy Nolen and brother David Legates.

He is survived by his brothers: Royce and Bob Legates, (sister-in-law) Carla Legates of Snyder, Oklahoma; Bobby Legates (nephew)Mustang Oklahoma, Caden Legates (nephew) Kingman Arizona and Tyler Legates (nephew) Mustang, Oklahoma.

Richard was a resident of ADVO Assisted Living for over forty years. He was loved by the staff and fellow residents alike. He would put a smile on everyone’s face with his unique antics and display of affection. Our family wish to express our deepest gratitude to Carla Hughes and her wonderful staff for the outstanding love and care they provided for our brother. We are forever indebted to your kindness and professionalism.

We love and miss you “Little Brother”. Rest peacefully in God’s arms.