The community of Newport, Rhode Island, along with family and friends across the country, is mourning the loss of Richard Joyce, a devoted father, beloved brother, cherished friend, and treasured son. Richard passed away just two days before Thanksgiving, a heartbreaking moment that has left his loved ones facing the holiday season with an immeasurable void.

Richard leaves behind three children — Skylar, 12, Dylan, 16, and Mason, 30. While Mason now lives on the East Coast as an adult, Richard’s two youngest children are facing their first Christmas without their dad. Richard was not only their father, but also their sole guardian, a steady presence who shaped their lives with love, guidance, and unwavering dedication. His passing has changed their world in a way words can scarcely describe.

Those who knew Richard remember him as someone who made life brighter the moment he entered a room. He carried a gentle, warm spirit — kind, thoughtful, and endlessly caring. With a natural sense of humor and a gift for lifting others’ spirits, Richard brought joy to countless moments, big and small. To his family, he was more than a relative. He was a best friend, a trusted confidant, and for his mother, he was her closest companion, offering constant comfort and support throughout their lives together.

Richard worked hard and had an incredible talent for fixing almost anything. He enjoyed riding Harleys, playing guitar, and singing — passions that reflected both his adventurous side and his love for music. But above all else, he loved his children. They were his pride, his purpose, and the center of everything he did. His devotion to them was evident in every part of his life.

As the family faces this painful loss, a GoFundMe has been created to help support Richard’s children during this difficult transition. Contributions will assist with immediate needs, provide stability, and help ensure that Skylar and Dylan receive the care and support they need in the coming months. No child should have to face the holidays without their parent, and the family hopes to honor Richard’s memory by lifting up the children he adored so deeply.

Those wishing to help may visit the GoFundMe page here: https://gofund.me/9b933d6d3

The family expresses their heartfelt gratitude for every message, prayer, and act of kindness shown during this time. Richard Joyce will be forever remembered, forever missed, and forever loved by all who had the privilege of knowing him.