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PETER RICHARDS Obituary
He was born on Jan. 21, 1943, in Lewiston, the son of Herman and Bertha Richards.
Pete worked at BIW in the tin shop for many years. He enjoyed watching NASCAR, word searches and being with family.
Pete was predeceased by his parents, brother John and a sister Isabella. He is survived by his wife of 51 years Jacqueline Richards of Bowdoin; sons Kevin and Jeff Richards of Lewiston, Haven Richards of Bowdoin, Donald Richards and his wife Gladys of Litchfield; daughter Faylene and Allan Bronn of Pittston; brothers Wayne Richards of Auburn, James Richards of South Paris; special sister-in-law Pat Richards of Massachusetts; 12 grandchildren, 12 great- grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.
Family and friends are invited to visit from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 29, at Kincer Funeral Home, 130 Pleasant St., Richmond. A graveside service will take place at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 31, at Litchfield Plains Cemetery.
The family would like to thank the Hospice House and Dr. Austin for all their compassion and kind care during Pete's stay. A special thanks to daughter-in-law Gladys Richards and granddaughter Ashley who where always there for him.
In Pete's memory, donations may be made to the Hospice House, 236 Stetson Road, Auburn, Maine 04210.
Arrangements are under the care of Kincer Funeral Home 130 Pleasant St. Richmond, ME 04357.
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Kathi Susi
May 29, 2012
Jackie, thinking of you and hoping you are ok. Love ya, Kathi Susi
Joline Durant
May 28, 2012
Auntie Jackie,
I'm so sorry to hear about Uncle Peter. He will be forever in my thoughts and prayers, as will you.
Love Always,
Vicky Poulos
May 27, 2012
Uncle Pete, you will surely be missed by those who loved you. Some of my fondest memories of visiting relatives was your mischievous grin and good old boy charm. There were always fun times at Uncle Pete and Aunt Jackie's.
Love You Always.
Charles st,claire
May 27, 2012
SORRY to hear about pete,We had a lot of fun together,He'll be miss'ed!!REST-IN PEACE!
Dawn Murphy
May 27, 2012
Faylene and Allan, I'm so sorry heard about the lost your dad Faylene, Please know you are in my prayers and thoughts.
Great Grandpa Richards, and his 3 of 5 great grandchildren.
Billie Jo Denis (Kelley)
May 26, 2012
Think of often, Missed always and Forever loved!! <3
Molly Leonard
May 26, 2012
Rest in peace Pete old buddy. Love you. Molly and Dan
Ann & Bob Rich
May 26, 2012
We are so sorry to hear about your loss of husband, father and grandfather. He will be missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. May God be a source of strength and comfort at this time of loss.
WE love you all.
Ashley Richards
May 26, 2012
Miss you Grandpa.
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