Howard Lee Richards Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on June 25, 2025 in Raleigh, North Carolina

Howard Lee Richards Sr.

July 21, 1947 - June 25, 2025 (77 years old)

Raleigh, North Carolina

Howard Lee Richards Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on June 25, 2025 in Raleigh, North Carolina

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Lea Funeral home

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Howard Lee Richards Sr.

July 21, 1947 - June 25, 2025 (77 years old)

Raleigh, North Carolina

Howard Lee Richards Sr. Obituary

The passing of Howard Lee Richards Sr. of Raleigh, North Carolina leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on June 25, 2025 at the age of 77. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Howard Lee Richards Sr. to show support.

In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Howard leaves behind and his impact on the lives of his loved ones. Though Howard may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the memories held dear by his family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.

He is survived by: his sons, Howard L. Richards, Jr. of Raleigh and Michael Boris Richards (Quintina) of Raleigh; and his brothers, Sherman Richards (Willa Jean) of Oxford and Stanley Richards (Wilma) of Durham.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 8th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM and from 11:00 PM to 12:00 AM at the Lea Funeral Home Chapel (2500 Poole Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610). A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, July 8th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Lea Funeral home



Tue

July 08

Visitation

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Lea Funeral Home Chapel
2500 Poole Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610

Tue

July 08

Funeral service

12:00 PM

Lea Funeral Home Chapel
2500 Poole Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610

Tue

July 08

Visitation

11:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Lea Funeral Home Chapel
2500 Poole Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610

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