Richard Joseph Greenfield, Jr.

Richard Joseph Greenfield, Jr. July 9, 1959 – October 29, 2025 66, of Beech Grove, Indiana passed away peacefully from liver cancer on October 29, 2025, at Franciscan Hospice House, surrounded by family and loved ones. Born on July 9, 1959, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Richard was the son of the late Richard Greenfield, Sr. and survived by his mother, Carmen Greenfield. He graduated from Beech Grove High School in 1977 and later Anderson University, achieving a bachelor's degree in seminary. Richard loved playing with his children when they were younger, always reminiscing of “the good ‘ole days” and all the fun he had with them. He, along with his former spouse Sandra Allen, raised two bright children who loved the Lord and who share his passion for bringing people to Christ. Richard was the lead pastor of several churches throughout the Midwest and looked for every opportunity to share the Gospel. In Richard’s own words: “I strive to make a difference in my life first to my faith, then to my family, and finally to anyone who the Holy Spirit would put along my path. I cannot help everyone, but I can help someone. Like the Starfish Thrower, I want to make a difference to that one. My heart’s desire is to serve Christ with all I have and to have made a difference in this world before I leave it.” He had a passion for ministry, particularly in developing countries. He went on two mission trips; one to Costa Rica, and the other to the Philippines. He had a huge heart for the people of the Philippines. That played out in a real way when on his trip to the Philippines he bought the local municipality an emergency rescue vehicle to transport patients across the rough terrain of rural Mindanao Island. He also hired doctors and nurses to provide medical care to the children of the rural village, touching many lives. Richard worked as a realtor since 2008 and for Keller Williams for the past six years. Known for his joking personality, Richard truly wanted to help people in any way he could, especially if it was finding a family their new home. Throughout his career, he touched countless lives and brought countless more to Christ. Richard is survived by his mother, Carmen Greenfield; children, Daniel Greenfield (Julie) and Christen Gant (Bryan); grandson, Andrew Gant; sister, Patricia Deane (Kenneth); cousins, Tamara White and Daniel Bauermeister; and former spouses, Sandra Allen and Michelle Bryant. He was preceded in death by his father, Richard Greenfield, Sr. on January 9, 2020. Visitation will be held Sunday, November 9, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Monday from 12 noon until the time of service at 1:00 p.m. at Shirley Brothers Thompson Road Chapel, 3333 East Thompson Road, Indianapolis, IN 46227. Burial will follow at 2:30 p.m. at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens, 1977 S. State Road 135, Greenwood, IN 46143. Richard will be remembered for his unwavering faith in the Lord, eye-rolling corny jokes, and the love he had for the needy around the world.

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Richard Joseph Greenfield, Jr.

July 9, 1959 - October 29, 2025