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Gerald J. Richards Jr.

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Gerald Richards Obituary

Gerald J. Richards, Jr. 12/24/49 ~ 11/15/03 Gerald J. Richards, Jr., age 53, passed away on November 15, 2003 in Salt Lake City. He was born on December 24, 1949 in Akron, Ohio to Gerald Richard, Sr. and Ruth Eleanor Richards. He graduated from Skyline High School and the University of Utah. He married Lilly V. Nielsen in the summer of the early 1990's in Salt Lake City. He enjoyed family barbeques, lively debate, camping and the mountains. He was a loving father and husband, in spite of the fact that he was often misunderstood. He cared deeply and lived an intense 53 years. He is survived by his wife Lilly, daughter Jordan, son Zachariah and Tyler Richards and Neil Nielsen; father Gerald Richards, Sr.; sisters Kathy Einhorn and Susan Richards; brother Mark Richards. He was preceded in death by a brother David Richards, mother Ruth Richards and Shaundelle Richards, his first wife. Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 22, 2003 at 12 noon at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary where friends may call one hour prior to services. Interment, Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park. On Sunday there will be a Memorial service at the family house at 2 p.m.

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Published by Deseret News from Nov. 20 to Nov. 21, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for Gerald Richards

23 Entries

Amber Ulrich

November 24, 2003

Jerry was always willing to help everyone. There was always a hand on your shoulder when Jerry was standing there..it was always a "how are you" or "how is your day".....you always had a smile everytime he was around..he will always be here with us and we will miss him always!

ChrisAnne Stebbings

November 22, 2003

My heart and prayers go out to the entire Richards Family. I met Jerry, Lily, and the kids when we got involved with Habitat for Humanity in 1991 and subsequently became neighbors. Jerry truly was a very warm, intelligent, humorous, and kind man...no matter what he wanted you to think!! LOL!

Though it may not be appropriate to mention here, I know Jerry and Lily shared many years of deep love and devotion to each other and to their children. I pray that that love can help this family get through this tragedy.

My deepest sympathies to all of you.

God Bless,

ChrisAnne Stebbings (Bridges)

David Allen

November 22, 2003

Jerry was a great influence on everybody around him. He was not only a good supervisor but a great person. Honest, caring, hard working. You will be deeply missed bud.

Dustin Dastrup

November 21, 2003

Although I was often testing Jerry's nerves when I worked at alorica, I will always miss him. I remember specfically the times when Jerry would invite me to his family functions because my family is so far away, although I declined often, this simple measure would make me feel more at home and make me feel like I had family right here.

Jerry was more than my supervisor to me. Like it or not, he forced me to become more adult and move on to become a more successful person. Although I no longer work at Alorica, I owe it to Jerry that I have become more mature and successful in life.

Jerry had a tendency to give me a swift kick in the butt when I was doing something stupid, lately he taught me NEVER to be late to work again, and it worked. and I guess this time it's a lesson in not taking things for granted.

I have learned a lot from Jerry, and I am sure that everyone who knew him did so, and will continue to learn from him even though he is gone.

My condolences go out to every member of your family Jerry.

I am going to miss you a lot.

Melissa Ulrich

November 21, 2003

Jerry was the type of person you could respect in so many ways. He was quiet, strong, kind, etc. He was the type of person you could talk to about anything and know you could trust him. He will be greatly missed by me and a lot of other people who's lives he touched.

Jeff Jex

November 21, 2003

I enjoyed working for Jerry and always looked forward to having Jerry saying hello to me every morning.

Julie Morton

November 21, 2003

Jerry you will never be forgotten. You were a great friend and wonderful person. I am thankful that I got to work with you and know you. My thoughts and prayers are with your children. We love you Jerry~

Ginny Bensing

November 20, 2003

Our sincerest prayers to the all of Gerald's family, especially to Tyler who is very dear and special to us. God bless you all and may Gerald rest in peace.

Ginny, Aaron and Nate Bensing

Tara Thulin

November 20, 2003

i used to work with Jerry at Alorica

Jason Saetrum

November 20, 2003

More than a co-worker, Jerry has been a great friend for 3 years. We spent time having personal discussions, both happy and sad. Happy Birthday on Christmas Eve. Love you.

Matthew Large

November 20, 2003

I am an employee that works at Alorica. I would like to offer my condolences. He impacted alot of our lives in a very positive way, and he will be greatly missed by everyone here.

Mitzi Garland

November 20, 2003

To one known as friend to many, mentor to many others. I had a lot of laughs with you. Very good to know you, friend.

Barbara Ryan

November 20, 2003

You will very much be missed. Didn't know you long, but for the time there was, you were honest, and caring of everyone on your team.

Bryan Stone-Daly

November 20, 2003

I worked with Jerry for about six years before his life was taken. In fact, I spoke with Jerry the Friday before his life came to an end. He was trying to get over a cold lingering from a mild case of pneumonia. I have never met a kinder, more knowledgeable supervisor here where we worked together in all that time. He was very well respected here. Jerry, may your next life be more auspicious. You are already missed. Your desk has become a memorial site. From one "lab rat" to another, Ciao.

Alan Neeley

November 20, 2003

Working with Jerry over the years has always been a pleasure. It is those memories that I will always hold close to the heart!

Rene Larsen

November 20, 2003

With deepest sympathies. My prayers are with you at this time.

Kathy Bowers

November 20, 2003

My thoughts are with you.

Tom Perry

November 20, 2003

I was way to early Jerry. Way to early.

Yes he was misunderstood by those who didn't know him. If you knew Jerry, you knew that he cared so much that he had to hide his true feelings behind his brusque exterior. He so wanted everyone to think he was a Bear, but was in fact a Teddy Bear.

I will miss him. But I will never forget him. He is my friend and I am proud to say that.

Tom

Eric Peterson

November 20, 2003

I have worked under Jerry's watchful eye for the last 3 years, he has been and will probably be the best supervisor I have ever had the pleasure of working for. When it comes to business, he turned me from jibbering Geek into a True Professional, I will always miss him, and Thank God for his influence.

P. Eric A. Peterson

November 20, 2003

Jerry, you were a great and kind supervisor and a loving friend. Thank you and God bless. You are sorely missed.

Sarah Guggenheim

November 20, 2003

Jerry,

Thank you for always being there to listen, and give sound advice. Friend doesnt describe how you treated most that knew you. It was so much more. My heart is with your family.

Andi Richards

November 20, 2003

My deepest simpathy goes out to Butch's family especially Jordan, Zack, Tyler and Neil. I wish I could be at the funeral but I will be out of town. Butch will be missed. I hope he is in the arms of his mother, brother and first wife and finally at peace

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