James Richards Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2021-08-04T14:00:00
End: 2021-08-04T15:00:00
Location: Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of James Richards of Hesperia, Michigan, who passed away on July 29, 2021, at the age of 72, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Ernest Richards and Sena Richards (Bytwerk); and his brother William Richards. He is survived by: his wife Linda Richards; his children, Angela Lewis, James C. Richards (Melissa Sharlow), Erin Schmitz (Bill) and Ashley Blekking (Jesse); his grandchildren, Paige, Layn, Addison, Rileigh, Isaac, Cruz and Caleb; his siblings, Ernest Richards, Marjorie Wright and Sandy Kitchka; his niece Shanda; and his nephew Mathew. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews; and numerous friends.

Memorial contributions in Jim's honor can be made directly to the Wounded Warrior Project or Hope Project.

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“So sorry for your loss! Please accept our condolences. Jim kept life interesting. Sense of humor and a joy for life. Blessings and our prayers are with you all. Steve, Irene, and family.”

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