Richard Lee Belt, Age 57, Of Battle Creek, Died Sunday, July 10, 2016, at Bronson at Home Hospice Residence. Richard was born on April 23, 1959, in Logansport, IN, the son of H. Paul and Carol (Smith) Belt. He had been a lifelong resident of the area graduating from Harper Creek High School in 1977. He was a painter and was employed with H and H Painting for 15 years and then with West Michigan Painting for 6 years. He enjoyed watching NASCAR. Surviving is a daughter, Jessica Belt of Battle Creek; a sister, Deb Hillman of Raleigh, NC; brothers, David Belt of Battle Creek, Mike Belt of Ionia, MI and Steve Belt of Florida. In accordance with his wishes cremation has taken place and there will be no services. Arrangements by the Richard A. Henry Funeral Home. www.henryfuneralhome.org