Michael Dean Richards Obituary

We bid farewell to Michael Dean Richards in Las Vegas, Nevada, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on September 3, 2025 at the age of 78. Michael touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Michael Dean Richards to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Jack Arthur and Rachel Hope Simmons Richards. He is survived by: his wife Janice; his daughters, Jennifer Stauffer (Dustin), Alyson Clark (Brad), Amy Nishikawa (Payton), Joni Howe (Geoffrey) and Emily Richards; his grandchildren, Austin Stauffer (Deni), Ethan Stauffer, Dawson Stauffer, Julie Clark, Carsen Petersen, Ellie Howe, Gwen Howe and Henry Howe; his great grandchildren, Thea Stauffer and Finley Stauffer; and his siblings, Jane Miller (Kent), Ann Penske (Bruce), Judy Kacey (Mike), Kathy Cribbs, Beth Stamey (Perry), John Richards (Stephanie) and Royce Richards (Maria).

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the LDS general educational or missionary funds.