Walter David Richards Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Walter David Richards (Pine Bluff, Arkansas). Walter, born on March 13, 1937 in Pontiac, Michigan, passed away on October 13, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Walter David Richards to pay them a last tribute.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Walter for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Walter’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.
He was predeceased by: his former wife Peggy Richards. He is survived by: his former wife Margaret Elaine Levely (Peggy); his wife Laura Ann Lehman; his children, Mike, Dawn and Mark; and his stepchild Kelly.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, October 22nd 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Chapel of Lakeside United Methodist Church (1500 S Olive St, Pine Bluff, AR 71601).
Following advanced training at the Menninger Foundation in Topeka, Kansas, his career took him across the country: • Indiana: Served at North UMC, Central State Hospital, and Howard County Community Mental Health Center.
