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Donald Richburg Obituary

Donald H. "Catfish" Richburg, 79, of Cedar Key passed away Monday, March 28, 2016 at North Florida Regional Hospital in Gainesville.
Born in Cedar Key, he lived in Levy County all of his life.
Mr. Richburg served as the Levy County Tax Collector for 24 years. He was a member of Hardeetown Baptist Church. but also attended the First Baptist Church of Chiefland and he was a member of the Chiefland Golf and Country Club.
Mr. Richburg is survived by his wife, Carol Richburg of Cedar Key; two daughters, Donalene Richburg of Gainesville and Sonya (Derek) Schmidt of Chiefland; a brother, Harry Richburg of Schertz, Texas; and two grandchildren, Garrett Schmidt and Meghan Schmidt.
There will be a visitation Thursday, March 31 from 5-to 7 p.m. at Knauff Funeral Home in Chiefland. Services will be graveside Friday, April 1 beginning at 11a.m. at Cedar Key Cemetery in Cedar Key.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Knauff Funeral Home in Chiefland (352) 493-4777.

Published by Chiefland Citizen from Mar. 29 to Apr. 5, 2016.
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Been 5 years since my friend left us. I often think about him and the fond memories. Although he's in a better place there are many family members and friends who wish he were still here making us laugh and have brighter days. I sure do miss you Catfish. Hope to see you again one day.

Vernon Luckey

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March 23, 2021

Fondest memories of laughter, fun, stories, and great golf games at Chiefland Country Club. His smile and kind words brought joy to all. We all loved "Catfish"! He's playing the greatest golf course in heaven with my dad.

Briget Boshell

April 4, 2016

I never met anyone who didn't love the "Catfish". He truly was a one in a million kind of man. He loved his family, he loved his constituents and he loved life. He will surely be missed. Much love and many prayers for all of you Ms. Carol, Donalene and Sonya, Garrett and Meghan.

March 31, 2016

"Catfish" is truly in "God's Country" now!

Barbara Merritt

March 30, 2016

May the Lord bring "Peace" to your hearts and may the "memories" bring a smile to your lips.

Jackie Barron

March 30, 2016

To the Richburg family,I am very sorry for your loss. Wishing you peace to bring you comfort.Courage to face the days ahead. And the loving memories to be the very tool to move on. May God continue to comfort your family.(23rd Psalm)

MV

March 30, 2016

The world lost a great man on Monday, Carol I am so sorry to read this news, I always enjoyed when Catfish and I got together and we sure had some great lunchtime conversations. May each day bring you healing and may his memories never fade from your mind. The world needs more people like Catfish ! You and your family are in my prayers.

Vernon Luckey

March 30, 2016

You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Mona Porter

March 30, 2016

Donalene,

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Shirley Davis

March 30, 2016

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Elayne Huebner

March 29, 2016

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