Gene Richards Obituary

The passing of Gene Richards in Trenton, Michigan occurred on September 30, 2026. Gene, born on June 6, 1939 in Lewiston, Michigan, shared life with family, friends, and community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Gene Richards to show support.

Gene touched many lives and will be remembered fondly for the moments shared and the memories created. Family, friends, and colleagues extend their love and support during this time. While Gene’s presence will be missed, the influence he had on others will remain. Those who knew him will carry forward memories that reflect his character and spirit.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: wife: Rosemary Richards; sons: Gordon Richards (Melinda), Gene Richards II (Antonia), Damon Richards (Lisa), Don Richards (Donna), Mike Jackson (Michelle), and Chris Jackson; grandchildren: Lee Christian, Bill B, John Gordon, Kristyn Lynn, Madisyn Cheyenne, Tyler Michael, Kayla Marie, Amy Nicole, Lauren Elizabeth, Courtney Clare, Danielle Marissa, Dawson Mathew, Jenell Nicole, and Alena Eve; great-grandchildren: Gabriel Michael, Adelyne Rachel Marie, Ayden Ezekiel, Ellana Rebekah, Noah Vincent, Melody Eyla Rose, Magdalen Grace, Jack Joseph, Levi Christian, James Tiberius, Jonathon Aleksander, Brayden, Theodore Spiros, Theo John, Clara Elizabeth, and Lillian Claire; brothers and sisters: Jerome Richards, Jacqueline Gale, Loretta Monusko, Margie Newell, Raymond Richards, Carol Richards, Gloria Morris, Sarah Pienta, Janice Bolin, Mary Kraemer, and Nancy LaCroix; parents: John and Louise Richards; siblings: Joan Nadeau, Shirley LaCroix, and Ronnie Richards.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 10th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Ford Chapel - Martenson Family (23620 Huron River Dr, Rockwood, MI 48173). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 10th 2026 at 3:00 PM at the same location.

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