Lawrence Wayne Richards Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Lawrence Wayne Richards of Newport, North Carolina, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Lawrence left this world on December 2, 2025 at the age of 81, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Madaline Daugherty and John Daugherty; and his sisters, Ann Coleman and Sue Dockham. He is survived by: his wife Susan "Sue" Richards; his children, Paula Dykstra (Justin) of Hubert and Wayne Richards (Katie) of Newport; his grandchildren, Taylor, Dacota, Avery Andrada, Kayley, Lily Richards, Justin and Jaelynn Dykstra; and his sister Brenda Beard (Jack) of Cedar Grove. He is also survived by many extended family members and dear friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Wayne's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
