Obituary of Richard Boone

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Richard Boone

Richard Boone (born June 18th, 1917 in Los Angeles, California) was an Film Actor who was best known for films but also appeared in the American TV series "Have Gun - Will Travel". Richard died on January 10th, 1981 and his death was reportedly because of pneumonia while suffering from throat cancer. He was 63 when God took him from us.

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Richard Boone Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Boone, Richard
    • Common Name: Richard Boone
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
    • Birth Date: June 18, 1917
    • Age: 63 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Rick, Richie
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1947-1981
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Häagen-Dazs Ice Cream
    • Favorite Color: Sky Blue
    • Favorite Scent: Escentric Molecules 02
    • Favorite Actor: Samuel L Jackson

    Richard's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Richard Allen Boone
    • Father: Kirk E. Boone
    • Mother: Cecile Boone (née Beckerman)
    • Brother(s):
      • one
    • Sister(s):
      • one
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Claire McAloon (married 27 April 1951-10 January 1981, his death)
      • Mimi Kelly (married 1949-divorced 1950)
      • Jane Hopper (married 1937-divorced 1940)
    • Son(s):
      • Peter Boone (with McAloon)

Death Notice:

  • Date: January 10 1981 at age 63
  • Place: St. Augustine, Florida, United States
  • Cause of Death: Throat cancer

Category Tags:

Film ActorTV Actor American Born on June 18th Born in 1917 Born in California Died in 1981 Died at age 63 Died from Throat cancer

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"I like the ice tea and because I ran out, and I refuse to drink water, I was hospitalized in May with severe dehydration."

"Richard Boone is an amazing person who lives long and prosper. (V)"

"Mr Boone's legacy as a talented actor, director, and humanitarian continues to inspire and touch the lives of many of his fans, proving that his impact will never truly die. (V)"

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