Montgomery City Councillor Richard Bollinger Dies

Montgomery City Councillor Richard Bollinger passed away Saturday afternoon.

Council President Charles Jinwright confirmed the news with Alabama News Network.

Councilor Bollinger represented District 1 in Montgomery and has served on the Montgomery City Council for the past 9 years.

Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed released this statement regarding Bollinger’s death:

“On behalf of the City of Montgomery, we mourn the loss of Councilman Richard Bollinger, and we lift up his family and friends in our prayers. Richard stood in support of his community, his constituents and his city — all of which he held dear. He will be remembered for his love of Montgomery and his service to this city.”

Bollinger was a graduate of Troy and Auburn Universities, and completed 24 years in the Army National Guard before retiring as Major.

He is survived by his wife Cheryl, and their 4 children. The City of Montgomery says flags will be flown half staff in Bollinger’s honor.