Joseph V. Richards
Joseph V. “Joe” Richards, 70, Syracuse, passed away at noon on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2017 at his residence. He was born on June 25, 1947 in Goshen to Virgil Otis and Olivene May (Ott) Richards.
He graduated in 1966 from Syracuse High School and was a lifetime Syracuse area resident. He was married on June 28, 1980 to Deborah A. “Deb” Holmes at the Calvary United Methodist Church in Syracuse who survives. He was formerly employed at Fairmont Homes in Nappanee for 24 years and Royal Outdoor Products in Milford for 8 plus years.
He is survived by his wife, Deb Richards, Syracuse; his daughter, Taylor Richards, Syracuse; his son, Ben (Melissa) Richards, Haltom City, Texas; two granddaughters: Katie McKinney and Halle Richards; two brothers: Larry Richards, Syracuse; and Mark (Carol) Richards, Warsaw; several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Dennis Richards
Cremation will take place at Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, 4356 N. St. Rd 15, Warsaw. No public services will be held. Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St, Syracuse, IN 46567 is in charge of arrangements.
Memorial bequest may be given to the Riley Hospital for Children, 702 Barnhill Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46202. Memorial envelopes will be available at the funeral home. To send condolences to the family in Mr. Richards’ memory please visit www.owenfamilyfuneralhome.com