With heavy hearts we regret the passing of Russell peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital with family by his side on Monday, January 23, 2012 at the age of 98 years. Adored husband of the late Effie Richards for 68 ½ years. Respected father of Russell J. (Ruth Ann) and Bruce (Beili) of London, ON. Cherished grandad of Rory (Kathleen) of Hamilton, ON, Ryan (Tracey) and Brytni of London, ON. Adored great grandad of Kyle Wyatt, Noah and Jonah Richards. Eldest son of the late Charles and Ethel Richards. Brother of Audrey Boulaine (late John), Phyllis Wright, Ron Richards (Dorothy), late Thelma Wilson (late Basil), late Myrtle Ball (late Jim), late Gladys Budge (late Ken), late Joe Richards (late Joyce, late Elsie), late Doreen Patterson (late Les), Brother-in-law of the late Vivian Kirk. “Uncle” of Wilma Walsh (late Brian), late Lois Jeffrey (Don). He will be sadly missed by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Arthur Funeral Home & Cremation Centre on Friday, January 27, 2012 from 6 – 9 pm. Funeral service from Willowgrove United Church on Saturday, January 28, 2012 at 10 am. Rev. Bruce McLeish officiating. Interment West Korah Cemetery. Memorial contributions to Willowgrove United Church or A.R.C.H. would be appreciated. Expressions of sympathy may be offered at www.arthurfuneralhome.com
Members of the Masonic Lodge are requested to assemble at the Arthur Funeral Home & Cremation Centre on Friday, January 27, 2012 at 5:45 pm for a service for their late brother Russell A. Richards.