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Albert Richards Obituary

Albert M.E. Richards
April 4, 1948 - February 28, 2017
Newberry Twp.
Albert M.E. Richards, age 68, of York Haven, died at 10:27 a.m. Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at York Hospital. He was the husband of Sharon A. (Shaffner) Richards.
Born April 4, 1948 in York County, he was a son of the late William A. and Dorothy J. {Fogle} Richards. He was retired from the MA and PA Railroad, where he worked for 30 years, and had also worked as an auto body technician. An avid Late Model Car racing enthusiast, and driver of car number Four, he was the 1994 Champion of Hagerstown Speedway, and inducted into the Hagerstown Speedway Hall of Fame in 2006. A U.S. Army Veteran of the VietNam war, he was a member of West York Veterans of Foreign Wars as well as the Goldsboro Fireman's Club. He enjoyed NASCAR racing as well as traveling and camping with family and friends.
In addition to his wife of 31 years, Mr. Richards is survived by two sons, Albert M.E. Richards II, and his wife Megan, of York Haven, Eric T. Richards, of York Haven; a daughter, Angela D. Richards, and her companion, Mike Knaub, of York; six grandchildren, whom he lived for, Dennis Gohn, Jr., Kayla Kantor, Christofer Richards, Aaliyah Richards, Alayna Richards and Albert Richards, III; two great-grandchildren, Camden Sage and Austin McClearn; three brothers, Perry Richards and Edward Richards both of Manchester, and Lewis Richards of Wrightsville; a sister, Dorothy Stoner of York; and his furry companions, Motley and Tikka. He was also preceded in death by a brother, William Richards and a sister, Norma Richards.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2 p.m. Monday, March 6, 2017 at William E. Little Funeral Homes, Inc., 60 S. Main St., Manchester, with Pastor Judy Bupp, officiating. Viewing will be 1 to 2 p.m.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warriors, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675 or to the York County SPCA, 3159 Susquehanna Trail North, York, PA 17406.
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Published by York Daily Record on Mar. 2, 2017.
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Sharon & family,
Deepest sympathy on the passing of Albert. Fond memories of watching baseballs games with him.

Sargen's

March 7, 2017

RIP, Al.
From one of your MA & PA buddies,
Jack Craig
York, PA

Jack Craig

March 6, 2017

Many good memories of Albert,Praying the Lords healing of your hearts to soften the sadness during this time. Love and prayers, Dick & Mary Garman

Dick Garman

March 5, 2017

Very good friend, he help me out in life toke me for my driver text from 15 year's old till 18 year's old he was like a older brother. ( GOD BLESS )
WE HAD A LOT OF GOOD TIME'S. ( SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS SHARON ) GOD BLESS, AMEN.

CHARLES SHAFFER

March 5, 2017

So sorry for your loss Sharon and family, my mind is flooded with many memories as I am sure are yours. Our thoughts are with you . Darlene and Tabitha

March 4, 2017

Sharon I'm so sorry for your loss of your husband , I'll keep you and family in my thoughts and prayers.
Bev(Miller)Thorp
Lexington,Al

March 3, 2017

Sharon and family, So sorry to hear about your the loss of your husband and father. Al was a great man and friend. He will be missed. All of you are in my prayers

Joann Warner and family

March 3, 2017

clair wintermyer

March 3, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss

Coni Brickner

March 3, 2017

We are sorry to have lost a dear friend . You have all been in our prayers.

Richard and Geri

March 2, 2017

Sharon,we were so sad to hear about Albert know our heart and prayers are with you and the family.

Rodney & Jane Gelwicks

March 2, 2017

Don and Tracy,
I'm so sorry for your family's loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers!
Sharon Bankert

March 2, 2017

Been fun racing with you Al.See you when the checker flag falls. Prayers for the family.

Bob Goodling

March 2, 2017

Sharon & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you to find comfort.

Jerry & Vicki Jacoby

March 2, 2017

Deepest sympathy for the family.

Dennis Gohn Sr.

March 1, 2017

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