Glenn "Mike" Richards

Glenn "Mike" Richards obituary, Independence Township, MI

Glenn "Mike" Richards

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5630 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford, MI 48327

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Glenn Richards Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Simpson-Modetz Riverside Chapel on Oct. 1, 2025.

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RICHARDS, GLENN "MIKE" of Waterford; September 30, 2025; age 68; Loving partner of Beverly; Dear son of the late Jim and LaVerne Richards; Cherished brother of Ron Richards (Pamela Hoffmaster), Diane Geck (Bob) and Paul Richards (Pamela); Also survived by many loving nephews and nieces. Mr. Richards attended Saint Perpetua Catholic Church. He worked for the General Motors Corporation, Pontiac Motors Division for 45 years. He served in the Civil Air Patrol. Mike was affectionately known as "Red" and was a drummer in many local bands. Funeral services will be held on Monday, October 6, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at the Riverside Chapel, Simpson-Modetz Funeral Home, 5630 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 12- 4 p.m. Interment Ottawa Park Cemetery.

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Upcoming Events

Oct

5

Visitation

12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Riverside Chapel, Simpson-Modetz Funeral Home

5630 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford, MI 48327

Send Flowers

Oct

6

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Riverside Chapel, Simpson-Modetz Funeral Home

5630 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford, MI 48327

Send Flowers

Only 9 minutes left for delivery to next service.