Mr.Wayne Richards, age 68, of McCaysville, GA passed away Thursday, February 4, 2010 at his home surrounded by his loving family
Mr. Richards was born on Tuesday, October 7, 1941 in Brodhead, WI to Manley Richards and Marjorie Zimmerman Richards. He was a Lt. in the U.S. Army's Transportation department. Mr. Richards enjoyed spending time in the community with many friends, He could often be seen around town helping others and enjoying many of the community events. He supported the Fannin County Athletics Association and was often seen at the games supporting the local Teams Mr. Richards was a kind, loving and generous man who always had a kind word and loving smile for all who encountered him. Mr. Richards will be missed by all of Fannin County a Community he Dearly Loved
Mr. Richards was preceded in death by his parents, and one grandson, Spec. Justin R. Jarrett.
Survivors include: his wife Sue Richards of the home Sons, Scott Richards of Fayetteville, GA John Nicolella of Hampton,GA, Joey Nicolella of Blue Ridge, GA daughters, Andrea Richards Fish of McDonough, GA Kathy Holder of Jackson, GA, Sue Chandler of Rockmart, GA, Caroline Nicolella of Williamson, GA sister & brother-in-law, Mary & John Mills of Los Angeles,CA grandsons, Jacob Fish, Dean Jarrett, David Gaskin, granddaughters Abbey and Haley Richards ,Tiffany McFadden, Jessica Holder, Brittany Holder, Grace Nicolella, Kate Nicolella, eight great-grandchildren and Dear Friend Ray Lanier
A memorial service will be held Sunday, February 7, 2010 at 2:00 PM at the Finch-Cochran Funeral Home Chapel.
In Lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to the Fannin County Athletics Association; 360 Rebel Circle, Blue Ridge, GA 30513, Att: Deb Deaver.
Finch-Cochran Funeral Home McCaysville, GA is in charge of arrangements.