Richard Folmer was an American actor who is best known for Straw Dogs, Cleaner, and The Root Cellar. He was born on February 13, 1942, in Cortland, New York, USA, and passed away on January 11, 2022, in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Personal and Family Life
Richard Folmer was married to Ginger Folmer, and together they had one child, Sloan Folmer. Sloan was involved with the Touring Crew for the Broadway show “The Who’s Tommy.” Richard was a trained stage actor and founded a theater group called “The Company”. He also served as the Artistic Director for East Bank Theatre in Bossier City, Louisiana, for 25 years before retiring.
Death and Legacy
Richard Folmer passed away on January 11, 2022, in Shreveport, Louisiana. He left behind a legacy in the theater community through his work with “The Company” and his role at East Bank Theatre. His contributions to acting and local arts have been remembered by many.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Man Next Door | 1997-01-01 | Dr. Whitehurst |
| Searching for Sonny | 2011-10-22 | Finley |
| Fatal Justice | 1994-05-01 | Ted Harmon |
| Straw Dogs | 2011-09-16 | Pastor |
| Factory Girl | 2006-12-29 | Waiter |
| Fatal Deception: Mrs. Lee Harvey Oswald | 1993-11-15 | McVicker |
| Cleaner | 2007-09-11 | Priest #2 |
| Cool Dog | 2010-08-19 | Mayor |
| Mad Money | 2008-01-17 | IRS Man |