Richard Cantrell Obituary
We are sad to announce that, on April 2, 2026, at the age of 81, Richard Cantrell of Columbus, Mississippi passed away. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard Cantrell to pay them a last tribute.
Though Richard has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Isom Cantrell and Arvilla Cantrell; and his wife Kathy. He is survived by: his children, Tanya Furra of Paris, Texas, Susan Maresma of Renton, Washington and Jim Mitchell of Brookline, Massachusetts; and his grandchildren, Cole Cantrell, Jennifer Cantrell, Katherine Hillman-Mitchell, Chris Maresma and Rich Maresma. He is also survived by seven great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
