Fred M. Richmond Obituary
We announce the death of Fred M. Richmond in Stuart, Florida, born in Brookline, Massachusetts, who passed away on November 8, 2026, at the age of 82. Fred will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Fred will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Fred will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Fred’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Eleanor Richmond and Edward Richmond; Wendy Pollitt (Paul) of Honolulu. He is survived by: his wife Janet Richmond; his daughter Jamie Lerkins of Coral Springs; his grandson Darren; his son Steven Richmond of Stuart, Florida; and his sisters, Millie Anderson (Bill) of Sebring and Nancy Miner (Kevin).
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, November 10th 2026 from 3:00 PM to 3:30 PM at the Fernhill Memorial Gardens (1501 S Kanner Hwy, Stuart, FL 34994).
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in lieu of flowers to one of the following foundations. ALSAC-St Judy Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105, The Arc of PBC 1201 Australian Avenue, Riviera Beach, Florida 33404 for the Eleanor Trachtenberg Residence, or the Hanger Foundation, donations can be made online at hanger foundation.com. (http://foundation.com.) The family will be sitting Shiva at the home of Janet Richmond from 2:00-4:00 p.m and 6:00- 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
