On December 3, 2009, FRANCIS RICHARD; devoted father of Kathleen Strakes, Richard Beale, II, and Lori Dembo; former husband of Theresa Beale; devoted brother of Samuel Beale and the late Virginia Meekins. Also survived by four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Friends may call at the E.F. Lassahn Funeral Home, P.A., 11750 Belair Road (Kingsville) on Sunday from 2 until 5 P.M. Funeral services and interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family request that contributions be made to the American Diabetes Association.