Richard Cowart, 72, of Zolfo Springs, Florida passed away on Friday, December 29, 2023. Richard was a lifelong resident of Hardee County, born on January 9, 1951, in Zolfo Springs to Glen and Evelyn (Johns) Cowart. He was a tractor mechanic at John Deere and proudly served in the United States Army. Richard is preceded in death by both of his parents and brother Mike Cowart. He is survived by his daughter Cynthia Weed; brother Gary Cowart; sister Pamela Alley and granddaughter Marijayne Weed. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Children of Fallen Soldiers Relief Fund at cfsrf.org