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Jane Patch Richards
06/08/1947 - 08/11/2025
BORN
06/08/1947
DIED
08/11/2025
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Jane Richards Obituary
Died in her sleep August 11, 2025, in Spokane Valley Washington. She was 78 years old.
Jane was proceeded in death by parents Campbell Edgar Patch and Bernice Patch, and niece Jillian Patch. Long time friends Jim Donde, and Dave Mason. Her husband of 11 yrs Robert "Baker" Richards.
Jane is survived by her brothers Dennis Patch (Rema) Philippines, John Patch (Cathy) Rapid City Sout, Dakota; two nephews, three nieces, several great nieces and nephews.
Jane lived in Springfield and Falls Church, Virginia for most of her adult life.
After her husband passed away in 2021, Jane moved to Liberty Lake, Washington to be closer to her nephew David Patch.
Services will be held in Washington state at Real life Otis church, 10 a.m. on August 30, 2025
Services will also be held on a later date with her Virginia community followed by her burial at Arlington National Cemetery where she will be with her husband.
IN LIEU OF FLOWERS we ask that you consider sending a donation to the BREW beagle rescue at brewbeagles.org which Jane was very passionate about.
Condolences can be set to the family @ legacy.com
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Lucille carretta
August 28, 2025
Have lots of good memories. Am glad she was able to be with family these past years. Please let me know when service will be in Virginia.
Stephen Brown
August 28, 2025
So long good friend. Know you´re happy with your pups, friends and family high above with your Lord. Truly had hoped to talk together one last time. Your forever friend, Kathleen Brown
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