Claude Earl Richards Obituary
The family announces the passing of Claude Earl Richards (Cleveland, Alabama) on October 15, 2026. Claude, born on March 3, 1960, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Claude Earl Richards to show support.
Claude will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around him. Friends and family will honor Claude by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence he had in their lives. Though Claude is no longer present, the bonds he created and the experiences shared will endure. Claude’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew him.
He was predeceased by: his parents, O. C. Richards and Mary Sue Glass Richards; and his siblings, Enida Ann Box and Robert Oscar Richards. He is survived by: his siblings, Jimmy Richards and Brenda Johns. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Monday, October 19th 2026 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Tuesday, October 20th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Cleveland Funeral Home (17885 AL-160, Cleveland, AL 35049). A funeral service was held on Tuesday, October 20th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM at the same location. A burial was held on Tuesday, October 20th 2026 at 12:00 PM at the Austin Creek Baptist Church Cemetery (Co Rd 37, Hayden, AL 35079).
