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John W. Richards, age 81, a resident of Sandy Springs, Georgia passed away on July 10, 2016.
John was born in Merrick, New, York. Flying was his passion. He had a 35-year career as a pilot with Delta Airlines which included several years as an instructor in their training department. For fun, he built a Christen Eagle stunt bi-plane in his basement which he and Bernadette, his wife and love for 55 years flew across the country. A member of Cherokee Town and Country Club, John was an avid golfer, loved to sail and was beating much younger racquetball players well into his 70's.
Preceded in death by his parents, John and Victoria Richards and sister, Fran McNamee
Survivors include: Loving wife, Bernadette Richards, Daughter, Lisa Vogt (John), Son, John W. Richards, III, grandchildren, Allison and Jack Vogt, Sarah, Charlotte and Liam Richards, brother, Paul Richards (Judy)
Visitation is scheduled for Thursday, July 14, 2016 from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Roswell Funeral Home, 950 Mansell Road, Roswell, Georgia 30076. Funeral Service is scheduled for 10:30 A.M. on Friday, July 15, 2016 at St. Andrews Catholic Church, 675 Riverside Road, Roswell, Georgia 30075.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Visiting Nurse, Hospice Atlanta Center. www.vnhs.org
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August 2, 2016
Marge Robertson
Bernadette, I'm so sorry for your loss. I remember you and John in Coral Gables, FL when I was dating another guy. May God hold you in the palm of his hand. Marge Robertson
July 26, 2016
Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with the entire Richards family.
Barbara and Doug Cooper (St. Michaels, MD)
July 18, 2016
Clay and Pam Hough
Our heartfelt condolences to the entire Richards family.
July 17, 2016
Please accept our heart felt condolences for your family's loss. From Audrey Balthazor, correspondence secretary for The Westerlies.
July 14, 2016
Richard & Anne-Caroline Taylor
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, "Grandpa" was such an important and loved member of our family. He was a gentleman, with a quick wit, a kind spirit and a warm heart. We will always cherish the wonderful memories of our special times with him.
July 14, 2016
Steve & Yumi Colwell
We met John only minutes after moving to Huntcliff 3 short years ago. He was always there to lend a hand, listen & provide advice.
A true gentleman in every sense of the word.
His neighbors (friends) will miss him dearly.
Our prayers are with Bernadette and his entire family.
July 14, 2016
Marianne Manor
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Richards family.
July 14, 2016
Marianne Manor
My thoughts and prayers to the Richards family.
July 13, 2016
Ken
I had met John at Lake Burton and knew some fellow Pilots of John when I was flying for Eastern. He was very well liked and respected as a professional Pilot. My sincere sympathy to the family and friends of John.
Ken Richards
July 13, 2016
Ken Richards
I had met John at Lake Burton and knew some fellow Pilots of John when I was flying for Eastern. He was very well liked and respected as a professional Pilot. My sincere sympathy to the family and friends of John.
Ken Richards
July 13, 2016
Marge Yesulaitis
May all your memories bring you comfort.
July 12, 2016
Robin Dodson
We were neighbors in Hollywood, FL many, many years ago. We moved to Dallas in 1972. I remember John & Bernie "like it was a couple of years ago". I've often thought of both of them over the years. I'm sad to here of John's death. Bernie, I will pray for John, you & your family. God Bless You.
Robin Davis Dodson (widow of Red Dodson).
July 12, 2016
Bill Whorley
So sad to learn of John's passing. Many good memories flying together. Thoughts and Prayers to the family.
July 12, 2016
A true professional. Our thoughts and prayesr are with his family.
John and Jan Lindstrom
July 12, 2016
Pat Hardy
Wonderful memories of John, and Bernie, through our early years at Lake Burton. He always had a smile for you and brought happiness to many. Thoughts and prayers go out to Bernie and family.
July 12, 2016
John Pilger
John and Abigail Pilger mourn the passing of a truly great and good friend. We had many fun-filled and pleasurable times together. He is already greatly missed.
July 12, 2016
Kenneth Zaloudek
Great guy to fly with, sorry for your and our loss.
July 12, 2016
Doug Cutter
A true professional, I had the pleasure of working with John in the Training Dept. for many years and flew with him often. He is remembered with great respect and will be missed.
July 12, 2016
So sorry.Flew many trips with Capt John. Lots of fun layovers!
Marty Schneider
July 12, 2016
Harry Ballance
John was a "Class Act". People like him made the airline such a great place to work. You are in my prayers.
July 12, 2016
Jim and Marty Gardner are sad to hear of the passing of a good friend and work partner. Our deepest sympathy to the family.
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