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Alvin Richards Obituary
Dr. Alvin M. Richards, 88, of Sarasota, Fla., died January 25, 2015.
He was born September 24, 1926, in Akron, Ohio, and moved to Sarasota in 1986. He served in the Army Air Force during World War 2. He was professor of Civil Engineering at The University of Akron from 1949 to 1986. He received his doctorate from the University of Cincinnati in 1986. He was chosen as the outstanding engineering teacher in the history of the college of Engineering at its seventy-fifth anniversary celebration.
He is survived by his wife, Nina, of 65 years; son, Martin; and a daughter, Karen, all of Sarasota; and a brother, Jimmie of the Akron area.
At the end of his life he professed faith in Jesus Christ. There will be no funeral service.
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Michael Buchtel
September 10, 2015
I was putting various names of people I knew in the past into my computer. I put in Al Richards' name and was surprised to see his obituary. I had Dr Richards for a few structural subjects at UA and served with him in ASCE. I always admired him. I am glad to see where he accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior. His wife Nina and I use to discuss Christ a various times and I know at that time Al was not interested in Christ. I am very glad he had a change of heart. I am now 90 years old and still going. My thoughts and prayers are with Nina and the family. Michael Buchtel of Medina, Ohio.
Michael Giambra BSCE 82
June 23, 2015
Dr. Richards was the BEST teacher I had at the University of Akron. He was very tough but very fair. The fear we had of him made us study extra hard to make sure we learned what we needed to learn to be able to work as professional engineers and serve the public. I am proud to be one of his students. God bless!!!
Dennis Krawchuk
February 17, 2015
Hello Richards,
I graduated from the University of Akron in 1974 and Dr. Richards was one of my professors. He was a man of righteous character; an excellent teacher who was fair
and always willing to provide extra help to a student in need.
I am heartened by the second last sentence.....and being a follower of Jesus Christ I know I will have fellowship with Dr. Richards in heaven.
The LORD be with you!
Dennis
February 16, 2015
Marty, my sincere condolence in the loss of your father. Having lost my mom last year at this time, I know your loss.
Liz Whitworth Arnold
Sue Hale
February 16, 2015
Martie prayers during your time of loss.
Nancy Schlichting
February 15, 2015
Hi Marty,
I am so sorry to learn of your father's passing. I remember both of your parents from our time in high school. My Dad is 92 and living in a retirement community near me in Michigan. I hope you are doing well. I am getting ready to retire from my career in healthcare (end of 2016). I think of you often and our days as debate partners at Revere. I still stay in touch with Lee Smith.
All the best,
Nancy Schlichting
Jennette Cox
February 15, 2015
Dear Marty, I went to high school with you, it's been a long time and you may not remember me. I would like to express my condolences at the passing of your father. I want you to know that I appreciate his military service during World War II. My thoughts are with you and your family. Jeni (Nichols) Cox [email protected]
Tim Green
February 15, 2015
Dear Marty and Family;
Know that you are in the thoughts of many at this difficult time. May the memories comfort you. Offering our deepest sincere sympathy. (Revere Class of 1972).
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