Richard G. Vera, 51, of Stanton, died on Thursday, January 31, 2008, in a local nursing home. Graveside funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM Friday, February 1, 2008 at Evergreen Cemetery in Stanton with Rev. Martin Ortega, Sr. pastor of Iglesia Bautista Emanuel of Midland officiating. He was born on May 9, 1956, in Stanton, Texas. He moved back to Stanton from Big Spring in 1999. He enjoyed reading many books especially his Bible and also loved taking walks. He was a Baptist. Survivors include two brothers, Marcelo Vera, Jr. of Big Spring, Joe Vera of Welch; two sisters, Sally Ochoa of Greenwood and Linda Vera of Stanton, ; 8 nephews and 1 niece. He was preceded in death by his parents. Arrangements under the direction of Gilbreath Funeral Home of Stanton. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com,