Richard Claude Nelms, III passed peacefully on his beloved Kingsland ranch April 5, 2018, surrounded by loved ones. Born May 15, 1934, he was known by many as "Mike" and "R.C."

R.C. was an Army veteran, aviator, businessman, and rancher. He loved nature and the outdoors. R.C. was an avid sportsman who enjoyed salt-water fishing, hunting, and gun sports. He was a generous host to all who joined him on his many excursions.

R.C. is survived by his brother Robert "Bob" Nelms, sister-in-law Ellen, and nephew Bobby. Also by his sons, Mike and Todd Nelms, daughter Mechelle Nelms, daughter-in-law's Kim and T.J., and his "Extra Sons" Scott McAfee and Rick Carrasco; His grandchildren Derrick Nelms, Nichole Griffin, Martin and his great-grand sons Waylon and Nash Griffin.

A graveside service will be held Saturday, April 14, 2018 at 1:00 P.M. at Lakeland Hills Memorial Park Cemetery with Johnny Sawyer officiating. Serving as pallbearers will be Scott McAfee, Rick Carrasco, Charlie Barton, Martin Griffin, Todd Nelms, and Mike Nelms.

The Nelms Family wishes to recognize the heroic efforts made by the Kingsland and Buchanan Dam Volunteer Fire Department, the Llano Sheriff's Department, Central Texas Electric Co-op, Bryan Gumbert with Any Time Air & Electric, Mike Mauer, and Audra Parks. To them we are eternally grateful.