Richard DeMeyere Chotard Jr.'s Obituary
Mr. Richard DeMeyere Chotard, Jr., died in Memphis, Tennessee, on January 26, 2026, at the age of 88. He was former President of Trustmark Corporation and former Deputy Comptroller of the Currency.
He is survived by his wife of fifty years, Mary Jane Calame Chotard; his two dearly beloved sons, Richard Chotard and his wife, Margaret, of Nashville, and Christopher Chotard and his wife, Milena, of Charlotte; and the lights of his life, his three treasured grandchildren, Lauren, Evan, and Anna Jane Chotard. He is also survived by his brother, Bennett Chotard; his sister, Lynne Chotard White; and many extended family members.
The family will have a private burial at a later date and requests that any memorial contributions be made to a charity of choice.
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