Funeral services for SFC Jeffery R. Rich, 39, of Kileen, TX and formerly of Orangeburg, SC, will be held 11:00am, Thursday, July 11, 2024, at St. Paul Baptist Church, 2259 Rowesville Road, Orangeburg, with interment to follow in Belleville Memorial Garden.
SFC Rich will be placed in the church one hour prior to the service.
SFC Rich passed away Sunday, June, 30 2024, in Kileen, TX.
Public viewing will be held Wednesday, July 10, 2024, from 1:00pm - 6:00pm.
Family and friends may visit 1540 Northside Street, Orangeburg or call Simmons Funeral Home and Crematory of Orangeburg.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.simmonsfuneralhome.com
Laura Nicole Zietz sent America the Beautiful for SFC Jeffery R. Rich - July 10, 2024
I love you, your laughter and our friendship helped me through some difficult times. Your unwavering loyalty to those in need never ceased and I hope to be half the NCO you were. I miss you.
Gale Hicks sent Peace & Serenity Dishgarden for SFC Jeffery R. Rich - July 09, 2024
Words cannot even begin to express our sorrow for the loss of your beloved son and brother. Please accept our deepest condolences. From our hearts to your, Bruce, Gale, Shawana, Pamela and Family.
Joann sent The Patriot Flower Basket Arrangement for SFC Jeffery R. Rich - July 08, 2024
We will always love and remember JJ. From the Minter and Finnell Family
Mercedes Cervantes sent Serenity Wreath for SFC Jeffery R. Rich - July 08, 2024
SFC, I hope you know how much you meant to me.I don't know if I said it enough during our friendship.I will truly miss you. Mercedes Cervantes
Dr. Eugene Minter sent America the Beautiful for SFC Jeffery R. Rich - July 07, 2024
Wishing you comfort and peace during this challenging time. Dr. Eugene Minter
Isabella Minter sent Beautiful Dreams for SFC Jeffery R. Rich - July 07, 2024
You were the best of all of us and more! Thank you for your love and support, cousin! I appreciate you and the memories we have! See you again! - Belle
Tysen Olson sent Pink Tribute Spray for SFC Jeffery R. Rich - July 04, 2024
I'll never forget you SFC Rich,
From your little brother, SPC Tysen Olson
Carmel Comendador planted 5 trees in memory of SFC Jeffery R. Rich . - July 10, 2024
Love you miss you forever rip everybody cried but we are ok now love kaeden
Sending healing prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all and wishing you moments of peace and comfort. My sincerest condolences.
Monica Franklin-Brooks
SFC Rich , your energy coming into any room was so uplifting and very much appreciated . You will always be remembered and your impact on your Soldiers lives will not be forgotten. It was an honor serving with you! Prayers to your family and may the lord give them the strenth to go on. SGT Amp -
Young Jeff, JJ, Rich, all the names I won't be able to call anymore! I miss you tremendously. Your laughter, your words of comfort, your smile and just your energy. I know you're not here physically, but I'm going to tell myself you're still on deployment.
To his family, I tried to make my way to you to send my condolences, but just know I'm here in spirit and pray for your healing and strength during this difficult time.
His Fayetteville family will miss him so much and we are all just a phone call away.
Blessings to you! Love you always Rich!!
Young Jeff, JJ, Rich, all the names I won't be able to call anymore! I miss you tremendously. Your laughter, your words of comfort, your smile and just your energy. I know you're not here physically, but I'm going to tell myself you're still on deployment.
To his family, I tried to make my way to you to send my condolences, but just know I'm here in spirit and pray for your healing and strength during this difficult time.
His Fayetteville family will miss him so much and we are all just a phone call away.
Blessings to you! Love you always Rich!!
Jeffrey, Cynthia and Pammy I send you all my deepest and sincere condolences. I know how much JJ meant to each of you. I pray that God mends each of your broken hearts. Love Kendra Pitts
God, bless this family right now who is grieving the loss of their beloved Jeffery Jr. We will continue to pray for you. Know that the Lord Jesus will comfort you. Sincerely, Daryl and Miriam Evans
I am so deeply sorry for the loss of your beloved son. May God continue to keep you in the safety of His arms. God bless. Connie Johnson Bowman
Jay,you will be missed. Your handsome smile,your laughter of joy, your amazing demeanor and that awesome spirit of love. We did not get the opportunity to ride of motorcycles together as we promised. With every ride I take I will forever think of you...RIP Jay...To Jeffery, Cynthia, Pammy and those beautiful nieces....Trust God and let Him be your Shepherd (Psalm 23)
I remember long days as we worked side by side doing our SHARP duties. The way you never failed to help anyone who came to you and at such vulnerable times made me proud to be your friend. I miss going and finding you in your office to vent and let you vent after a stressful or just plain boring meeting. You showed me how to be a great leader while being able to show empathy. I miss you and will never ever forget you. To your family I am so sorry for your loss, you raised a wonderful person who helped me more than I think he knew.
My deepest condolences to the Rich family. I met SFC Rich on his most recent deployment, where I witnessed his selfless dedication to improving the quality of life of his fellow soldiers within the deployed site community. He held various leadership roles and was a valuable American Red Cross volunteer. By the time he returned to the States, SFC Rich had hosted over 20 trivia sessions. Once, he dedicated a trivia category to his niece, titled, "Are you smarter than a 5th grader?" No team correctly answered all the questions. SFC Rich was always willing to step up and volunteer to help out, whether it was facilitating movie nights, helping out at a cookout, or replenishing the MWR coffee station. In the short time I knew him, he proved to be a dear friendโsomeone who willingly listened and gave sage advice, someone with whom I could discuss serious topics without being judged, someone who meant it and followed through when he said, "I've got you" or "I'm there for it." His zest for life was both infectious and inspiring. I will always feel blessed that I had that time with him, however brief it was, because I am a better person for having him as a friend. Thank you to the Rich family for sharing the light that was SFC Jeffery Rich. I will keep you in my prayers.
Mrs. Rich and Pam, My sincere condolences are extended to you and your family during this difficult time. I pray that your family finds comfort in the days ahead.
Desiree Lewis
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Our prayers are with and for the family. May God continue to grant you comfort and peace. James and Glorious Cuttino
Jeffrey, Cynthia and Pammy, JJ will always be with you all in spirit, memory and in your hearts. JJ you always had a smile and greeted everyone with a kind heart and welcoming words. You will truly be missed but know that you served your country well and will be missed. Get your rest cousin and fly high. Love Tasha Strange
May the lord comfort The Rich Family in the lost of their beloved son Jeffery.Carrolin Felder
JEFFREY & cynthia Sorry on the loss of your son.DORIS DUNN
To Jeffrey and Cynthia, You have my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your son.
Jeffrey and Cynthia, I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in prayer. Melvin and Frances Dinkins
My utmost sincere condolences to the Rich Family. SFC Rich you were an amazing soul and great friend. I will cherish our memories together forever. I'm forever grateful to have been able to be apart of your life. This pains me so much. My heart hurts for you and the family. I am so sorry for your loss May God cover you all with love and peace. You all have my deepest prayers and sympathy for this challenging time.โ SGT Jones, Aaliyah
Prayers and Condolences to the Rich Family. SFC, You were a special person and still are, loved by many. Even though you are not here anymore, you will always be in my heart. Mercedes Cervantes
There are no words that can accurately capture and express the amount of sorrow and sadness that I feel. I know losing a son and a brother is an unimaginable loss that brings about various ineffable thoughts and feelings. May you find strength in shared memories, and may JJ's (SFC Jeffery R. Rich) spirit guide you through the challenging days ahead. Jeffery, Cynthia, and Pam, you have my deepest condolences. CW5(R) Dr. Eugene Minter
Our hearts goes out to you all as we send our heartfelt sympathy to you all at this sad time. Lean on each other & God! Celeste & The Gardner Family
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and Prayers are with you and family Angia Fuller Jefferson
SFC Rich was a ray of sunshine. He always had a welcoming demeanor topped with a smile. He volunteered with Red Cross to assist with giving moral support to the soldiers and he enjoyed it. My condolences to the Rich family, though he left this earthly place, his memory fills every space. In your heart, he'll always stay, guiding you in a special way and with each sunrise and each sunset, remember his love for you , never forget. Though he's gone, he's never far, it could be a shining soul or a guiding star. May God continue to bless the entire Rich family and be your source of strength in this difficult time, I hope this brings some comfort. - Karina Thomas
My best friend, my ace, my sidekick, my brother! You were one of the best gifts God gave to me. I will love you forever. Your nieces will always know what a great person you were. Love, Pammy!!
My Sincere Prayers and Condolences going out to the entire Families, Friends and all that knew him ๐๐พ๐ From Dianne P Mack and Family
Nephew JJ, as we call you,A light ๐ฏ๏ธ so bright has gone out, we already miss you, you have served for your country for 21 years and we appreciate you. Your work down here is ๐ so take your rest. Your family misses you. Forever in our ๐ hearts. Auntie Dianne F.Nelson
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Rich family. He touched so many hearts throughout his time in service and his brothers and sisters in arms will miss him dearly. We will always remember the joy he brought to those around him, whether it was through Trivia nights, jokes to get us through the work day, or sporadic trips that turned into forever memories. We will always love and miss you, SFC.
Thank you SFC Jeffery Rich for your sevice. Rest in Peace
To Cynitha and Jeff I so sorry for your loss, I can imagine the pain of losing your son. I will keep you in my prayers. I am just a phone call away. Love Louise.
Prayers and Condolences to the Rich Family! We pray that God will comfort each of you during this difficult time with healing, and uphold you with his love and mighty hands!
Keeping you in our prayers,
Deacon Samuel and Evangelist Constance Mays
My condolences and love go to the Rich family, He meant so much to many people and his love for and from all will continue to be nurtured and remembered. God Bless.
Ty Olson
Deacon and Deaconess Rich, we are so sorry to hear about the passing of JJ. Our hearts ache with you. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers. Joy will come in the morning. God bless, DIT and Deaconess Seegars
Jeffery,Cynthia,Pamala...My Cousins...This Is So Heartbreaking. Earth Has No Sorrow, That Heaven Cannot Heal...You All Have Our Deepest Sympathy And Prayers. During Your Time Of Bereavement..May The Lord Wrap His Ever Loving Arms Around You And Our Entire Family..SFC Jeffery As Veteran Brother To Brother; You Sleep On And Take Your Rest...We ALL LOVE You But GOD Loves You Best...Your Cousins ...David And Ethel Franklin...
Wins blow,tears flow,but I know,that God knows and understands all.Words,at this moment is very hard to express,but I can only imagine the grief the family is feeling. May God continue to cover them with his love and peace. Anthony Lawson and family.
Wins blow,tears flow,but I know,that God knows and understands all.Words,at this moment is very hard to express,but I can only imagine the grief the family is feeling. May God continue to cover them with his love and peace. Anthony Lawson and family.
My condolences to the Rich Family in the Loss of your your Son. God is our comforter. He is our Strength. Annette Morrison
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