Ken Joseph Richards Howell, Michigan Obituary

Ken Joseph Richards

Ken Joseph Richards, age 67 of Fenton and former longtime Howell resident, passed away Thursday, October 7, after an extended illness at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born September 15, 1954 in Frankfort, Indiana the son of Joseph and Donna (Hollis) Richards. Survived by his wife Karen (Kennedy) whom he married March 26, 1983 in Howell. Father of Kyle (Jenelle), Kory (Angela), Kevin (Kristina) and Kole (Chelsea) Richards. Grandfather of Parker, Karson, Aubrey, Holly, Zoey, Kory, Lexy, Viviana, Emmett, Aubree and Addie. Brother of Beth Shopshire, Joseph and David Richards. Son-in-law of Joanne Kennedy. Preceded in death by his parents and father-in-law Robert Kennedy. Ken was a 1972 graduate of Howell High School and a graduate of Central Michigan University with a degree in history. He was employed by the City of Howell Department of Public Works. His passion was coaching kids for over 38 years for Howell High School softball, football and basketball. He was an avid U of M football fan. Most importantly though he valued spending his time with his grand children who will greatly miss their Papa. A visitation will be held Monday October 11, from 2:00 to 7:00 PM at MacDonald’s Funeral Home, Howell, with cremation to follow. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Richards family.
September 15, 1954 - October 7, 202109/15/195410/07/2021
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Lindsay Kim (friend of Jenelle & Kyle)
October 14, 2021
Thinking of you all during this time of immense loss and grief. Sending lots of love and thoughts of strength from Seattle.
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Kathryn Prout
October 11, 2021
Ken was probably the most influential, positive, role model/coach our boys had growing up. Our family has nothing but positive memories of Ken. It was an honor to trust him with the care of our sons. Our youngest daughter, Molly, also knew Ken because of working with h... Continue Reading
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Bridget Cotton
October 11, 2021
With deepest sympathy, your Nike family
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John Parke III
October 11, 2021
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Our Howell community will miss your dad greatly, but his impacts will live on. Much love to you all.
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Marty, Beth, Brian & Tara Smith
October 10, 2021
Rest In Peace Coach Ken Spider Richards. We are blessed to have had you touch our lives. Sending prayers of comfort to the entire Richards family.
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Danielle Kline Burns
October 10, 2021
Kole and entire Richards family, our deepest sympathy to all of you with your loss. We have you in our hearts and prayers during this difficult time. Danielle Kline Burns & family
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Bob Richards
October 10, 2021
Beth, David, Joey, and families, sorry to hear of Ken's passing. We have shared a lot of good family memories. Love and prayers from Bob, Mary, and Blake Richards.
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Joe and Lisa Fiddie
October 10, 2021
So sad to hear of Ken's passing. May you find peace in your memories.
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kathy Schorer
October 10, 2021
To the Richardson family, We are thinking of you during this difficult time. Bill & Kathy Schorer
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LONNY J TOMLIN
October 10, 2021
Sorry to hear... a childhood buddy of mine, my condolences to the family. Lonny Tomlin
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