Homegoing Services for Deacon John H. Richey, of Decatur, will be held Saturday, August 23, 2025, 11:00 A.M. at New Beginning Full Gospel Church, 923 Valleybrook Rd., Decatur, GA., with his remains placed in repose at 9:30 A.M. Reverend Tracy Boles, Pastor, Officiating. Interment, Kennedy Memorial Gardens, Ellenwood, GA.
He leaves to cherish his memory: a devoted wife of 65 years, Mrs. Verdis Richey; three children, Bernalle Cliette, John (Sonya) Richey, Chariee (Chris) Bothwell, a son-in-law, Antonio (Jennifer) Ray; eight grandchildren, Chaseney, Shanease (Omar), Jonathan, Joshua, Chynna, Justin, Torry and Chania; six great grandchildren, Irelynn, Amir, Ethan, Madison, Alex, and Eian; one sister Juanita (Archie) Thompson; five brothers and sister in laws Robert, Willie (Rosemary), Melvin (Hattie), Nathaniel and Howard C (Bertha) and a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, family, church family and friends.
Donald Trimble Mortuary, Inc., 1876 Second Avenue, Decatur, 404-371-0772-3.
My condolences to the Richey family and friends may God strengthen you all where you are weak and build you all up where you all are toned down in the name of Jesus.
Cathy Mathis and family, Columbia High School Class of "80"❤️🙏🏾
We are saddened by the home going of our beloved brother John Richey. To have known him is to have loved him. No kinder or gentle human could we have been blessed to know and love. We pray the family strength through Christ. John take your rest and thank God for sending you our way. We will always cherish you and our times spent. Until we meet on the other side. Love, The Abrams & Harris family.
Mrs. Verdis Richey and family, Columbia Valley Community Assn. Extends our sincere condolences on the passing of your husband Deacon John Richey. We pray that the love of family and friends will be you comfort during this time.
My prayers are with the family friends and loved ones
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