Ruth Louise Richards

Ruth L. Richards, 89, passed away on August 12, 2025; loving wife of the late Edward J. Covahey and Ronald L. Richards; beloved mother of Brenda L. Beall and her husband Stanley “Hank”; Bruce E. Covahey and his wife Karen L.; Stepmother of Rhonda J. Bays and her husband Roger, Ronald L. Richards, II and his wife Shannon, Edward L. Richards and his wife Cheryl; dear sister of the late Lawrence H. Roberts, Jr. and the late Paul W. Roberts; cherished grandmother of Wesley (Heather), Mindy (Carl), Kristie (Nick), Cheyenne, Austin, James, Dylan, Jack, Alison, Devan, Brandi, Zach (Eva), Brenda, and Amber; also survived by 10 devoted great grandchildren.

Services and Interment are private.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be directed in Ruth’s memory to Poplar Grove United Methodist Church, 13600 Poplar Hill Road, Phoenix, Maryland 21131.