Ralph Judson Richards

Ralph Judson Richards of Arcadia, Missouri passed away February 15, 2024 at Mercy Jefferson at the age of 82 years. He was born July 31, 1941 in Potosi, Missouri the son of the late William and Irene (Faller) Richards. On May 19, 1962 he was united in marriage to Betty Marie Missey who preceded him in death on September 13, 2014. Ralph and Betty were parents to two children: Tony Richards and wife, Lori of Arcadia, Missouri, and Tammy Gaynor who preceded him in death. Two grandchildren survive; Joseph Gaynor III and Rachel Richards, his special friend; Paula Hinson and his very good friends; Robert Trotter, Frank Reichert, Robert Campbell, Garland Riggs, Bub Winnie, Garry Farris, David Wren, and Paula Risher as well as a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Ralph was preceded in death by all of his siblings: Elmer Richards, Walter Richards, Allen Richards, Eddie Richards, Herbert Richards, James "Shorty" Richards, Velma Thurman, Geraldine Ward, Shirleen Henderson, and Helen and Lena Ann...