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Mr. Howard Stephen Richard

February 13, 1928 — February 1, 2021

Howard Stephen Richard, 92, of Thomaston, GA, formerly of Horsham, PA, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, February 1, 2021. He was the beloved husband of Nell Richard for 5 years. A Funeral Mass for Mr. Richard will be held on Thursday, February 4, at 11:00 AM, at St. Peter the Rock Catholic Church. Father Thomas Zahuta will officiate. The family will receive friends at the church from 10:00 until 11:00 AM Thursday morning. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery in Ambler, PA. Howard, “Rich”, was born in Philadelphia, PA, on February 13, 1928, to the late Elwood and Ann McCall Richard. He earned a BS degree in Pharmacy from Temple University in Philadelphia and had been employed by several pharmacies and pharmaceutical companies including Rorer and Paco throughout his long career. Mr. Richard served in the Philadelphia National Guard. He was a member of St. Peter the Rock Catholic Church in Thomaston. He enjoyed playing piano, a long car ride and time at the beach. In addition to his wife, Howard is survived by 8 of his children: Ann Marie DeJesus (George), Theresa Fox (John), Maryellen Bolger (David), Dennis (Nancy), Brian, Thomas (Joanne), David (Sabine) and Joseph (Janet) Richard; 17 grandchildren,14 great-grandchildren and a brother, Dr. James Richard of Holland, PA. He was predeceased by his first wife of 58 years, Rita, a son, Stephen Richard, and a brother, Frank Richard. Fletcher-Day Funeral Home of Thomaston, GA, is in charge of all local arrangements. Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.fletcherdayfuneralhome.com.

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Thursday, February 4, 2021

10:00 - 11:00 am (Eastern time)

St. Peter the Rock Catholic Church

3594 Barnesville Street, Thomaston, GA 30286

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Thursday, February 4, 2021

Starts at 11:00 am (Eastern time)

St. Peter the Rock Catholic Church

3594 Barnesville Street, Thomaston, GA 30286

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