Mr. Charles "Chuck" Richards

Birth date: Jul 2, 1936 Death date: Apr 11, 2019

Mr. Charles E. “Chuck” Richards, 82, passed away Thursday, April 11, 2019. He was born July 2, 1936, in Muskegon to Eugene C. and Carrie (Broek) Richards. Upon graduation from Western Michigan University and the University of Mich Read Obituary

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Tom Flickema

341w ago

Charlie and I were high school buddies, playing in sandlot sports, belonging to both band and high school, and always "cruising" in his old Chrysler (or was it a Dodge?). Charlie was best man at my wedding and I stood up with him when he and Linda got married. We drifted apart after these years, but I thought of him often. He was so generous and so concerned about other people. Just one superb individual who did so much for so many people. What a loss, but at the same time what a life. So long old buddy.

Ruth Broek

341w ago

My fondest memory is when my father (Garry Broek) passed the gavel to Chuck at the Broek picnic and Chuck became the Patriarch of the Broek family. Chuck called me when Dad died to tell me the things he admired about my Dad. He was a kind person, a strong leader, and always led a God-centered life.

Ruth Broek

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341w ago

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Jackie (Martin) Bearup

341w ago

I was lucky to have had Mr. Richards for a band director, at Bunker Jr. High School, in the late 70's. His passion for music always amazed me, and inspired me to continue playing throughout School. Rest in peace dear soul, and my prayers to the family.

Wes And Lil Spyke

341w ago

Dear Richards Family,
We will deeply miss seeing Chuck at church each week. In fact, his usual seat was empty today and it left us feeling so sad for his family, but rejoicing to know he is with our Lord.
Chuck and Linda were two people we became friends with shortly after coming to know the Lord. It was a blessing to have Chuck as our Bible teacher at that time and to call him our friend for all these years.
Please know that we are praying for peace and comfort for the entire family during this difficult time.
God bless!

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341w ago

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Jerry Richards

341w ago

Chuck, my cousin, came by my parent's house (Henry and Opal Richards) often when he was young. He and cousin Ken enjoyed playing board games with my parents, and my parents and I enjoyed their good nature. When my parents got older and I had moved out of town, Chuck kept an eye on them and helped when needed. When my parents had to move to an assisted care facility, Chuck decided he could sale some their items for my parents. With Ken's help, they moved the sale items to Chuck's house and had a yard sale. When my parents moved to the nursing home, Chuck was already volunteering there and saw my parents once a week. After my Mother died, I moved my Father closer to my residence near Lansing. A couple of months later, Chuck organized a trip with Ken and his wife Carrie to see my Father at the nursing home in Holt. There are not enough words to thank Chuck for all his help over the years. Jerry and Carole Richards

Lauren (Gray) Johnson

341w ago

During band in the 80's, Mr. Richards used to read the honor roll every marking period. He would make us stand up when we heard our name. He believed that band was important to our souls and that the band students were the best, smartest students in the school. And I always believed him because every marking period, most of the list was comprised of us band kids. When I started junior high, I didn't know what an honor roll was. Nevertheless, I stood when I heard my name. I vowed to myself, then and there, that I would stay on the list. I'm pretty sure that one small act opened so many doors for me. Thank you, Mr. Richards!

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341w ago

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John Talbot

341w ago

Chuck Richards made me fall in love with the bible.

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