Richard Longstreet Tea

Biography

Richard Longstreet Tea, born in 1840, was known for the quiet strength he brought to Mountain View’s close-knit households, lending a ready hand and listening ear whenever neighbors needed reassurance. His dedication to family life and to tending the land grounded those who shared in the rhythms of rural living.

Even in later years, he remained a calming influence—his calm voice and steady presence are still remembered by those who now pay tribute to him at Mountain View Cemetery.