Stanford Grey Richards

He was born in Campbell County on March 3, 1929, son of the late General Lee Richards and the late Bessie Lawrence Richards. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Loretta “Jo” Crouch Richards; a daughter, Roxanne Soward; three brothers, Russell Richards, Johnny Richards and R. L. Richards; three sisters, Gladys Cheek, Ruby Jones, and Suma Jones. Two infant brothers, James Odell Richards and Bobby Lynn Richards also preceded him in death.

Stanford was a member of Leesville Road Baptist Church. He served his country in the United States Army during Korea and then retired from Limitorque Corporation.

Survivors include three sons, Dennis Wayne Richards (Christina), Michael Kevin Richards (Darnell) and Eric Lee Richards (Lisa); a brother, Kenneth Richards and a sister, Bernice Grice and husband James. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren and five great grandchildren, as well as a number of nieces and nephews.

The family would like to offer a special thanks for the care given to their father by Rhonda and Beth of Kindred Hospice.

A graveside service will be held at 3:00 pm on Monday, August 1, 2022 at Virginia Memorial Park.