Henry Richards, (1923)

RICHARDS, HENRY, August 6, 1923 – November 30, 2004

Henry Richards, age 81, beloved husband, father and grandfather returned to his Heavenly Father on November 30, 2004 in Washington, UT after a courageous battle with cancer.

He was born August 6, 1923 in Samaria, Idaho to Edward David Richards and Mary Ann Waldron Hughes. He was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He married the love of his life, LaDene Rose Williams on November 27, 1943, it was later solemnized in the Salt Lake City LDS Temple.

Henry proudly served in the Army during World War Ii in General Patton’s 3rd Army, 26th Infantry Division. He worked hard all of his life and retired from the State of Utah road shops.

He loved his family and enjoyed outings and get togethers in their company. He loved traveling, fishing and spending time with his devoted wife. One of his favorite hobbies was working with his thoroughbred horses. He was the best husband, father, grandfather and friend anyone could ask for.

He is survived by his wife, LaDene and four children, Paul (Joan) Richards of Centerville; Mary Sue (Dave) Gold of Morgan; Julie Richards of Washington; Kellie (Sterling) Malin of Washington; 19 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren; all who will miss him dearly.

Funeral services were held December 4, 2004 at the Russon Brothers Bountiful Mortuary. Interment in Samaria, Idaho.