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▰ Betty Jane Findlay Richards

Died May 08, … More Information
Betty Jane Findlay Richards, born September 12, 1921 left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home May 8, 2016 in Evansville, Indiana. Betty was 94.
Family members and close friends: , Lucy Halbrooks, Angi ( France ) Beasley, Pati B., Julie Klueg Hedges, Lisa Lambert Johnson, Donna Bethel, Chris ( Kerr ) Nixon

▰ Bessie I Richards

Died April 07, … More Information
Bessie I Richards, born August 12, 1930 went to be with the Lord on April 7, 2015 in Hudson, Indiana. Bessie was 84.

▰ Bernard L Richards

Died November 14, … More Information
Bernard L Richards, age 83 of Kokomo, Indiana, departed this life Sunday November 14, 1999.
Obituary published: November 15, 1999 in "Kokomo Tribune"

▰ Bernadine L (Strausbaugh) Richards

Died January 05, … More Information
Bernadine L (Strausbaugh) Richards, age 75 of Marion, Indiana, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home January 5, 2004.
Obituary published: January 06, 2004 in "ChronicleTribune"

▰ Barbaralynn Richards

Died January 16, … More Information
Barbaralynn Richards, born November 24, 1953 passed away peacefully January 16, 2016 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Barbaralynn was 62. Tags: #Tyler
Obituary: Barbaralynn was born on 24, 1953 and passed away on , 16, 2016. Barbaralynn was a resident of Fort Wayne, Indiana at the time of passing. Barbaralynn was married to Tyler.

▰ Barbara Richards

Died January 13, … More Information
Barbara Richards, of Aurora, Indiana, joined the Lord January 13, 2019. Barbara was 52.
Obituary published: January 14, 2019 in "Cincinnati E/P (OH)"

▰ Arthur R Richards

Died December 04, … More Information
Arthur R Richards, of Indiana, born in Russell Springs, Kentucky, was anxious to meet his Maker and Master December 4, 2001. Arthur was 71.
Obituary published: December 05, 2001 in "Green Banner P"

▰ Arthur R Richards

Died November 23, … More Information
Arthur R Richards, age 71 of Indiana, born in Kentucky, entered the Kingdom of Heaven November 23, 2001.
Obituary published: November 24, 2001 in "Seymour Trib"

▰ Arthur R Richards

Died November 27, … More Information
Arthur R Richards, age 71 of Indiana, born in Russell Springs, Kentucky, entered eternal life November 27, 2001.
Obituary published: November 28, 2001 in "Giveaway"

▰ April L (Saint) Richards

Died September 22, … More Information
April L (Saint) Richards, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, joined the Lord September 22, 2003. April was 34.
Obituary published: September 23, 2003 in "Times-Union"

▰ Anastasia Richards

Died April 16, … More Information
Anastasia Richards, born February 22, 1924 entered into eternal rest April 16, 2020 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Anastasia was 96.

▰ Amy Richards

Died August 12, … More Information
Amy Richards, born June 22, 1915 went to be with her Lord and Savior August 12, 2013 in Greencastle, Indiana. Amy was 98.
Family members and close friends: , Kathy Campbell, Jim Tuttle, Katie Mack, Devora

▰ Alma C Richards

Died September 20, … More Information
Alma C Richards, age 76 of Borden, Indiana, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord September 20, 2005.
Obituary published: September 21, 2005 in "Green Banner P"

▰ Alma C Richards

Died September 13, … More Information
Alma C Richards, age 76 of Borden, Indiana, joined the Lord September 13, 2005.
Obituary published: September 14, 2005 in "Green Banner P"

▰ Alma N Richards

Died February 19, … More Information
Alma N Richards, born May 6, 1928 died on February 19, 2012 in Kokomo, Indiana. Alma was 83.

▰ Alma N Richards

Died February 19, … More Information
Alma N Richards, born May 6, 1928 joined the Lord February 19, 2012 in Kokomo, Indiana. Alma was 83.

▰ Alfred Leon "Big Al" Richards

Died August 14, … More Information
Alfred Leon "Big Al" Richards, 68, went to be with the Lord on August 14, 2004 in Gary, Indiana.
Obituary published: August 15, 2004 in "Post-Trib"

▰ A Lorraine Richards

Died January 04, … More Information
A Lorraine Richards passed away January 4, 2015 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Tags: #Flint #Charles #Lorene #Gildea #Chemistry #James #Lorraine #Kroger #Montgomery #Southtown #Catholic #Widow #Fort #Joyce #Sarrazine #Monroeville #Patricia #Keister #Sturgis #Richard #Richards #Canyon #Kathleen #John #Christian #Pemberton #Sons #Park #Lake #Heart #League #Blind #Wayne #Cancer #Northeast
Obituary: A. Lorraine Richards, 89, passed peacefully of natural causes on , 4, 2015 at Ashton Creek and Rehab in Ft. Wayne where she had been a resident patient for nearly two years. Lorraine was born in Flint, MI, as the only daughter to the late Charles W. and Lorene A. (Mullen) Gildea. She was a classically trained pianist and attended private school for young women and one year of college where she excelled in Chemistry. Rather than professional pursuits, she chose to live her life in a more traditional manner of marriage and motherhood, marrying James E. Richards on 9, 1948. As did many women of her time, Lorraine entered the labor market to further the financial success of the family household. She was employed by Kroger company and by Montgomery Ward at Southtown Mall. She was a devout Catholic with a compassionate soul who gave of herself through Widow to Widow of Fort Wayne. Lorraines primary love was caring for her family. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Surviving are her children: Joyce A. (Bernard) Sarrazine of Monroeville, IN, Patricia (Robert) Keister of Sturgis, MI, Richard (Marianne) Richards of Canyon Country, CA, James (Pamela) Richards of Fort Wayne, and Kathleen (Scott) McGrew of Fort Wayne; 11 grandchildren; and 13 great grandchildren. Lorraine was preceded in death by her husband, James E. Richards and brother, John Jack Gildea. Mass of Christian Burial is at 10:30 am, , 8, 2015 at St. Jude Catholic Church, 2130 Pemberton Drive, with calling 1 hour prior. Calling also at D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park , 1140 Lake Avenue, , 7, 2015, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Burial in Catholic , Fort Wayne. Memorials may be made to Heart to Heart Hospice, the League of the Blind Fort Wayne Chapter, or Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana. To sign the online guest book, go to www.domccombandsons.com

▰ Richard Marvin Vanderwall,

Died January 17, … More Information
Richard Marvin Vanderwall,, born May 8, 1921 died on January 17, 2015 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Richard was 93. Tags: #Vanderwall #Forest #Mary #Pottawatomi #Reservation #Delia #Kansas #Soldier #Wykert #High #Navy #Dick #Pearl #Indianapolis #Angeles #Panama #Yangtze #China #World #Legacies #Stories #Northeast #Veterans #Kayleen #Erma #South #Church #First #Fort #Elder #Chair #Board #Trustees #Director #Food #Washburn #Chartered #Underwriter #Midwestern #Life #Corps #Retired #Jaycees #Kiwanis #Covington #Pleasant #Elementary #Marilyn #Marlo #Richard #Cedar #Bill #Grady #Jane #Wolcottville #Klaehn #Fahl #Winchester #Bank #Honor #Northeastern
Obituary: Richard M. Vanderwall Sr., 93

Dick Vanderwall, passed away Jan. 17, 2015. He was the firstborn son of Forest and Mary Vanderwall. He began his life on May 8, 1921, on the Pottawatomi Indian Reservation near Delia, Kansas. The family moved to Soldier, then settled on the Wykert homestead, where he lived through graduation from Soldier Rural High School, 1939.

Enlisting in the US Navy in 1940, Dick was stationed at Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941, assigned to the USS Indianapolis. Fortunately, the Indianapolis was out of port on that fateful day. He later served as a helmsman on other ships, including the USS Los Angeles where he piloted the ship through the Panama Canal and the Yangtze River in China. Dick was featured in World War II Legacies: Stories of Northeast Indiana Veterans written by Kayleen Reusser. (www.kayreusser.worldpress.com)

During the war, Dick met the love of his life, Erma Hunt in South Bend, IN, where they married in 1946, shortly after VJ Day. soon started a family with the birth of the first of six children. The support and nurture of his family was the central passion for the remainder of his remarkable life.
Dick was also passionate about Church, work, and community. At First Christian Church, Fort Wayne, IN, he was an Elder Emeritus, former Chair of the Board of Trustees, and Director of the Food Bank ministry. Following his graduation from Washburn University, Dick began a career in the life insurance industry. He was awarded Chartered Life Underwriter designation in 1965. He concluded his career at Midwestern United Life Insurance as director of advanced sales. Dick also served the community as a volunteer with AARP, SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives), Jaycees, and Kiwanis.

Dick loved to read and had a wonderful speaking voice, which he regularly used in church, at schools, and at Covington Commons. In fact, he was known as Mr. Dad for his reading at Pleasant Elementary School.

Surviving are his sister Marilyn Barnes, wife Erma Vanderwall and six children; Jan Vanderwall (Kim), St. Paul, MN, Marlo Quick (Richard), Fort Wayne, IN, Richard Vanderwall Jr (Libby), Cedar Falls, IA, Bill Vanderwall (Kathy) of St. Paul, MN, Grady Vanderwall (Dawn) of Fort Wayne, IN, and Jane Rench (Kevin), Wolcottville, IN. There are also fifteen grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, and he danced with every one of them.

Visitation will be 4-7 Jan 22, 2015 at the funeral home, Klaehn, Fahl Melton , 6424 Winchester Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46819. services will be at 1 pm Jan. 23, 2015 at First Christian Church, 4800 South Calhoun St, Fort Wayne, IN 46807. A fellowship gathering at the church will follow the service.

Memorials to First Christian Church Food Bank, or Honor Flight of Northeastern Indiana. (www.hfnei.org)

▰ Richard B O'Bryan,

Died July 26, … More Information
Richard B O'Bryan,, born April 22, 1923 entered eternal life July 26, 2016 in Indiana. Richard was 93.

▰ Richard Allen Schaefer,

Died November 29, … More Information
Richard Allen Schaefer,, born July 29, 1949 died November 29, 2014 in Indiana. Richard was 65. Tags: #Army #Postal #Evansville #Library #Christian #Church #Frances #Rogers #Michael #Alice #Schaefer #Valerie #Victor #Cindy #Richard #Cathy #Suffolk #Virginia #Chicago #Maria #Robert #Nashville #Gloria #Damian #Gage #Caleb #Kendall #Alexander #Chapel #Park #Oncology #Associates #Gentiva
Obituary: Richard Rick Allen Schaefer, 65, of Evansville, passed away , 29, 2014, at his home. He was born 29, 1949, in Evansville, Indiana.

Rick retired from the US Army, US Postal Service, and four years at the Evansville Public Library.

He was a member of Christian Fellowship Church, DAV, H.O.G.S and CMA.

Rick was preceded in death by his mother, Frances Ann Rogers and brother, Michael Lee Rogers.

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Alice (Thompson) Schaefer of Evansville; daughter, Valerie Deslaurier of Evansville; sons, Victor Schaefer (wife Cindy) of Evansville, Richard Schaefer, Jr. (wife Cathy) of Suffolk, VA and Michael Halas of Evansville; sisters, Virginia Quinines (husband Gus) of Chicago, IL, Maria Rogers of McHenry, IL; brother Robert Rogers of Nashville, IN; grandchildren, Gloria and Damian Schaefer, Gage and Caleb Deslaurier, and Kendall Carter; and several nieces and nephews.

service will be 11:00 AM , 2, 2014, at Alexander East Chapel, with burial at Alexander Memorial Park. Friends may visit from, 4:00 to 8:00 PM and from 10:00 AM until service time at the funeral home.

Thanks to the Oncology Hematology Associates and the Gentiva staff for all their care and compassion.

▰ Willie J Richard

Died July 04, … More Information
Willie J Richard, born February 10, 1943 died on July 4, 2016 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Willie was 73.
Family members and close friends: , Lisa Kendrix, Tonia Moore Mosby, Cathy Cross

▰ William J "Bill" Richard

Died August 30, … More Information
William J "Bill" Richard, age 79 of Indiana, born in Dover, Ohio, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord August 30, 2004.
Obituary published: August 31, 2004 in "ThePaper"

▰ William J "Bill" Richard

Died August 25, … More Information
William J "Bill" Richard, age 79 of Indiana, born in Ohio, entered eternal life August 25, 2004.
Obituary published: August 26, 2004 in "Wabash PD"

▰ William J "Bill" Richard

Died July 26, … More Information
William J "Bill" Richard, of Indiana, born in Ohio, died on July 26, 2004. William was 79.
Obituary published: July 27, 2004 in "ThePaper"

▰ William J "Bill" Richard

Died July 20, … More Information
William J "Bill" Richard, age 79 of Indiana, born in Dover, Ohio, entered into eternal rest July 20, 2004.
Obituary published: July 21, 2004 in "Wabash PD"

▰ William T Richard

Died July 13, … More Information
William T Richard, born December 16, 1966 went to be with the Lord on July 13, 2015 in Kokomo, Indiana. William was 48. Tags: #Vincennes #Carroll #Patricia #Richard #Crossroads #Justin #Kameric #Robert #Jessica #Bell #Vanessa #Grell #Jethro #Samuel #Nathan #Haylee #Mason #Kyran #Todd #Rodney #Robin #Kyle #Terri #Quinn #Bill #Ellers #Main #Chapel #South #Street #Pastor #Bills
Obituary: William T. Bill Richard, 48, of Kokomo, passed away at 1:05am on , 13, 2015 at his residence. He was born on 16, 1966 in Vincennes to the Carroll and Patricia (Martin) Richard, and they both survive.
Bill was employed with RAM, Inc. as a construction worker. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, and all around an avid outdoorsman. Bill was a devoted father and grandfather. He attended Crossroads Church.
Bill is survived by two sons, Justin (Alena Kameric) Richard and Robert Johnson; two daughters, Jessica (Brandon Bell) Richard, and Vanessa (Cody Grell) Richard; six grandchildren, Jethro Richard, Samuel Doyle, Nathan Richard, Haylee Grell, Mason and Kyran Bell; four brothers, Todd Richard, Rodney (Sherry) Richard, Robin (Brandi) Richard, and Kyle (Dawn) Richard; special sister, Terri Stott; special nephew, Quinn Richard; and several nieces and nephews.
The funeral service will be held for Bill at 1:00 P.M. on , 17, 2015 at Ellers Mortuary Main Street Chapel, 725 South Main Street, with Pastor Ron DeGraaff officiating. Bills family will be receiving relatives and friends for a time of visitation on from noon until the time of service, at the mortuary. In lieu of flowers, family is accepting donation for Bills funeral expenses, envelopes will be provided at the mortuary.  

▰ Willard W Richard

Died February 08, … More Information
Willard W Richard, born October 9, 1926 gained his wings on February 8, 2015 in Alexandria, Indiana. Willard was 88. Tags: #Marion
Obituary: Willard was born on 9, 1926 and passed away on , 8, 2015. Willard was a resident of Alexandria, Indiana at the time of passing. Willard was married to Marion.

▰ Willa M Richard

Died September 24, … More Information
Willa M Richard, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, entered Heaven's gates on September 24, 1997. Willa was 83.
Obituary published: September 25, 1997 in "Decatur D-D"

▰ Violet E (Kohser) Richard

Died April 14, … More Information
Violet E (Kohser) Richard, age 88 of Indiana, born in Etna, Pennsylvania, was anxious to meet her Maker and Master April 14, 2009.
Obituary published: April 15, 2009 in "CoryDem"

▰ Velma G Richard

Died November 03, … More Information
Velma G Richard, born February 16, 1925 went into the presence of the Lord on November 3, 2014 in Columbus, Indiana. Velma was 89. Tags: #Kenneth
Obituary: Velma was born on 16, 1925 and passed away on , 3, 2014. Velma was a resident of Columbus, Indiana at the time of passing. Velma was married to Kenneth.

▰ Todd Alan Richard

Died February 13, … More Information
Todd Alan Richard, born August 1, 1965 was anxious to meet his Maker and Master February 13, 2020 in Kokomo, Indiana. Todd was 54.

▰ Thomas M Richard

Died December 12, … More Information
Thomas M Richard, born December 20, 1943 entered the Kingdom of Heaven December 12, 2010 in Indiana. Thomas was 66. Tags: #Parkview #Fort #Phlebotomist #Hospital #Quest #Catholic #Three #Orchid #Chapter #Sandy #Elizabeth #Irigoyen #Marietta #Mass #Phillip #Hockemeyer #Miller #Road #Soup
Obituary: THOMAS M. RICHARDS, 66, of Fort Wayne, passed away on , Dec. 12, 2010, at Parkview Hospital. He was born on Dec. 20, 1943, in Fort Wayne. He formerly worked as a Phlebotomist in the laboratory at St. Joseph Hospital and Quest Laboratories. He was a member of St. Marys Catholic Church, Three Rivers Orchid Society and Chapter 26 NAWAC. Surviving are his wife, Sandy J.; and daughter, Elizabeth (Carlos) Irigoyen of Marietta, Ga. Memorial Mass is 11 a.m. , Dec. 16, 2010, at St. Marys Catholic Church, 1101 S. Lafayette St., with the Rev. Father Phillip Widmann officiating. Calling is from 5 to 9 p.m. , Dec. 15, 2010, at Hockemeyer & Miller , 6131 St. Joe Road. Preferred memorials to St. Marys Soup Kitchen.

▰ Terrance Richard

Died April 03, … More Information
Terrance Richard, born August 4, 1953 joined the Lord April 3, 2017 in Indiana. Terrance was 63.

▰ Stephen Richard

Died July 11, … More Information
Stephen Richard, born October 22, 1942 died on July 11, 2017 in Rockport, Indiana. Stephen was 74.

▰ Stephen Richard

Died December 16, … More Information
Stephen Richard, a resident of Campbellsburg, Indiana for decades, died December 16, 2003 in Campbellsburg, Indiana at the age of 62.
Obituary published: December 17, 2003 in "Green Banner P"

▰ Stephen Richard

Died December 16, … More Information
Stephen Richard, of Campbellsburg, Indiana, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before Stephen December 16, 2003. Stephen was 62.
Obituary published: December 17, 2003 in "Giveaway"

▰ Stephen Richard

Died December 10, … More Information
Stephen Richard, age 62 of Campbellsburg, Indiana, entered into eternal rest December 10, 2003.
Obituary published: December 11, 2003 in "Seymour Trib"

▰ Ruth E (Geyer)[Miller] Richard

Died April 21, … More Information
Ruth E (Geyer)[Miller] Richard, of Columbia City, Indiana, was anxious to meet her Maker and Master April 21, 2003. Ruth was 91.
Obituary published: April 22, 2003 in "Times-Union"

▰ Ruth E [Miller] Richard

Died April 21, … More Information
Ruth E [Miller] Richard, age 91 of Columbia City, Indiana, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before she April 21, 2003.
Obituary published: April 22, 2003 in "Journal Gazette"

▰ Roy Albert Richard

Died February 22, … More Information
Roy Albert Richard, age 49 of New Castle, Indiana, passed from this world into the next February 22, 1999.
Obituary published: February 23, 1999 in "Ocala S-B (FL)"

▰ Roy A Richard

Died February 22, … More Information
Roy A Richard, of Indiana, born in Concord, New Hampshire, entered the Kingdom of Heaven February 22, 1999. Roy was 49.
Obituary published: February 23, 1999 in "Concord M (NH)"

▰ Rosemary Richard

Died December 24, … More Information
Rosemary Richard, born July 25, 1928 passed from this world into the next December 24, 2016 in Washington, Indiana. Rosemary was 88.

▰ Roscoe C Richard

Died February 16, … More Information
Roscoe C Richard, born January 28, 1927 went into the presence of the Lord on February 16, 2017 in Washington, Indiana. Roscoe was 90.

▰ Robert "Bob" Richard

Died January 13, … More Information
Robert "Bob" Richard, born December 9, 1938 died January 13, 2020 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Robert was 81.
Family members and close friends: , Kathleen Fogarty

▰ Richard L Richard

Died June 29, … More Information
Richard L Richard, born August 17, 1943 entered eternal life June 29, 2016 in Lafayette, Indiana. Richard was 72.

▰ Peter C Richard

Died January 23, … More Information
Peter C Richard, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed from this life on January 23, 2000. Peter was 56.
Obituary published: January 24, 2000 in "Paducah S (KY)"

▰ Pauline C "Polly" Richard

Died December 09, … More Information
Pauline C "Polly" Richard, of Warsaw, Indiana, died on December 9, 1997. Pauline was 93.
Obituary published: December 10, 1997 in "News J"

▰ Paul E "Gene" Richard

Died October 02, … More Information
Paul E "Gene" Richard, age 76 of Fort Wayne, Indiana, went to be with the Lord on October 2, 1999.
Obituary published: October 03, 1999 in "Huntington H-P"

▰ Mr John Richard

Died February 05, … More Information
Mr John Richard passed away February 5, 2016 in Winamac, Indiana. Tags: #Winamac #Indiana
Obituary: Mr. Richard passed away on , 5, 2016. Mr. Richard was a resident of Winamac, Indiana at the time of passing.
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