Richard Donald Pearson

Suddenly Wednesday November 12, 2025

Predeceased by his brother, Jeremy Pearson. Paternal grandparents, Donald and Edna Pearson.

Survived by his loving parents, Slavica (Charles) Yacklon and Michael Pearson. Maternal grandmother, Rosa Sell. Aunt, Mirjana (Sasa) Sapic.

Aunt Donna (Mark) Werner. Uncle, Mark (Denise) Pearson and Steve Pearson. Several nieces and nephews. And his beloved puppy, Nory.

Rich was a religious Godly man, who was simple, honest. His favorite song was "Simple Man" by Lynrd Sknynyrd. His favorite movie, "Coming to America". He loved the beach especially going to Charlotte in the summer. Rich was very private, recently brought home his furry companion, Nory, a terrier that brought him great joy. Rich will be missed by so many that knew and loved him. God rest his soul in peace.

No prior calling hours.

Services will be held at the convenience of the family. To sign his online guestbook scroll to the bottom of the page.

"Simple Man"

Mama told me when I was young "Come sit beside me, my only son.  And listen closely to what I say And if you do this it'll help you. Some sunny day "Oh, yeah Oh, take your time, don't live too fast. Troubles will come and they will pass. You'll find a woman, yeah, and you'll find love. And don't forget son there is someone up above And be a simple kind of man Oh, be something you love and understand. Baby, be a simple kind of man. Oh, won't you do this for me son, if you can? Forget your lust for the rich man's gold. All that you need is in your soul. And you can do this, oh, baby, if you try. All that I want for you, my son, is to be satisfied. And be a simple kind of man. Oh, be something you love and understand. Baby, be a simple kind of man. Oh, won't you do this for me son, if you can?. Oh, yes, I will. Boy, don't you worry, you'll find yourself. Follow your heart and nothing else. And you can do this, oh, baby, if you try. All that I want for you, my son, is to be satisfied. And be a simple kind of man. Oh, be something you love and understand. Baby, be a simple kind of man. Oh, won't you do this for me son, if you can? Baby, be a simple, be a simple man. Oh, be something you love and understand. Baby, be a simple kind of man