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Obituary For Deac. John H. Richey
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.
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may God bless the Richey family during the loss of your loved one.I wish to express my condolences during this difficult time of bereavment . Bennie. Nichols
Heartfelt condolences to Sister Verdis and the Richey Family. May God comfort you as only He can. Know that we are praying for you all during this season. Deacon Richey was a true example of God's love. He will truly be missed.
Heartfelt condolences to Sister Verdis and the Richey Family. May God comfort you as only He can. Know that we are praying for you all during this season. Deacon Richey was a true example of God's love. He will truly be missed.
I am deeply saddened by the transition of Deacon John Richey. I would look forward to seeing him and Mrs. Verdis on Sunday's. They were always loving towards me, and offering encouragement. Although he hasn't been at church(in-person) for some time, I knew where he was. He will truly be missed . My heartfelt condolences to his family. Annette Polote
To the Richey family, you have our heartfelt condolences. John was a gentle giant, loving husband and father. A faithful servant. We will always remember his kind spirit. May the Lord surround you with His peace and comfort that only God can give.
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My deepest condolences to you and your family. You and Deacon Richey has always shown me love whenever I was in your present. Keeping you in my prayers. Praying God give you stronger strength and continue to cover you.
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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