RICHARDS, Raymond Cyril

Passed away peacefully with his family by his side at the Sault Area Hospital on Tuesday April 19, 2016 in his 99th year.  Beloved husband, best friend and soul mate of Evelyn (nee Hogan) for 74 years. Loved father of Wayne (Regina), Sharon Morgan (Bob), Marshall (Gillan) and Murray (Sylvia). Cherished grandfather of Jeff Richards (Jenny), Lance Richards (Julia), Wendy Nicholson (Jeff), Valerie Morgan-Cognigni, (Robin) Brien Morgan (Marsha), Connie Spina (Robbie), Alexander Richards (Trisha), Mark Richards (Holley), Scott Richards (Ashley), Aaron Richards (Karla Guzzo) and Trevor Swenson (Jennifer). Great Grandfather of Liam Myles-Richards, Lincoln and Lennon Richards, Elliott and Owen Nicholson, Morgan and Azlyn Cognigni, Oliver and Indira Spina, Madelaine and Luke Morgan, Steven, Rebecca and Jack Swenson, Marcus Richards, Waylon and Hope Richards. Predeceased by his parents Cyril Richards and Bessie (nee Gibbs), sister Audrey Heywood and brother James Richards. Remembered by numerous nieces and nephews. A private family service was held at the Arthur Funeral Home & Cremation Centre (492 Wellington St. East, 705-759-2522). Cremation has taken place.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to ARCH or the charity of your choice would be appreciated.  Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.arthurfuneralhome.com.