Donald Larry Richards Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Donald Larry Richards (Pekin, Illinois), who passed away at the age of 87, on December 25, 2025. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Donald Larry Richards to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John Richards and Margaret Richards; his former wife Madeline Richards of Maddy's Hialeah; his daughter Deanna Richards; his wife Carol Starr; and his brothers, James, Clifford, George and William Richards.

He is survived by: his brother Jack Richards; and his children, Betty Keithley (Terry), Terry Richards (Julie) of Larry Richards, B. G, Myers and Darlene Grant. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Creve Coeur Fire Department, in honor of Jake's years of service and dedication.