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Due to Covid-19, the family will schedule a funeral service at Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church at a later date. The burial will be private in Glenwood Cemetery.
Contributions may be directed to African American Men's Association: AAMA, P.O. Box 98, Geneva, NY 14456.
James was born on June 5, 1931, in Raleigh, W.V., and was the son of the late James A. and Mary "Maggie" (Burns) Richmond, Sr. He worked his way up the ranks at Firestone to become the second African American manager in the country. James co-founded the Geneva chapter of the N.A.A.C.P. During his term as president, he had the opportunity to share lunch with Dr. Martin Luther and Coretta King. James was one of the founding members of Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church and the African American Men's Association. He loved baseball, the New York Mets and Syracuse University sports. Most importantly, he adored his family and loved people. James will be remembered for always being willing to help anyone, anywhere.
He is survived by his sons James (Judy) Richmond III of Farmington and Randy (Tammy) Richmond of Geneva; daughters Rhonda (Julia) Richmond of Pa., Michelle Richmond of Texas and Sharon Lacey of W.V.; sister, Geneva Richmond of W.V.; grandchildren Jamie Richmond, Cody O'Connell, Jasmine O'Connell, Jessy Dano, Alexis McKinnon and Amber McKinnon; nine great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, James was predeceased by his wife, Peggy (Freeman) Richmond; and several brothers and sisters.
Online condolences for the family may be expressed at www.palmfh.com
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Margie Fairchild Baldwin
February 4, 2021
So sorry for the loss of your father. He was a gentle man, always looked forward to seeing him at all the echomren gatherings! Prayers for the whole family.
Dennis M Fischette
January 12, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Jim as a kind and gentle man from the Firestone store. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
James watts
January 6, 2021
I was so sorry to hear about your father! Our family sends our condolences and prayers! You're father was a very gifted man! I know myself when I first started singing in church! He use to tell me "come on now you can do it". He made me believe in myself! We send our condolences James Watts and family!
JoEllen Alcock
January 6, 2021
RIP Mr Richmond. You were a wonderful man. Always looked on bright side. Always willing to help. You will be missed.
Ginger Hauf
January 5, 2021
He was such a great man and a caring person ,may he RIP with Peg. I had him check my old Dodge Dart at Firestone when I was planning to drive to California, and I worked with Peg at Planned Parenthood,wonderful people.
Amber Haynes
January 5, 2021
You are truly a man I’ve always looked up to. Words can’t express the ache my heart feels at this time but I’m glad I got to see you happy & smiling before you passed on. I got to kiss you and hug you & tell you how much I loved you & that makes me happy. You basically were a second father to me & my sister when things got rough for us as kids. You took us in & we will forever be greatful! My heart is broken but this isn’t goodbye, it’s see you later! I love you Papi
Evelyn Washington
January 5, 2021
Mr. Richmond. There's so much I can say. Such a poitive, loving person. He believed.in God and his strong voice would fill the church and everyone was transformed. I thank his children for sharing him. Rest well Mr. Richmond. I won't evet forget you.
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