Mark S. Richards

Richards, Mark S. Found Peace after a long, courageous struggle on Monday October 2, 2006, age 61 years. Survived by his wife of 40 years, JoAnn; two sons Scott (Jennifer) and Matthew. Proud grandfather of Jessica, Katelyn and Steven. Survived by his mother Shirley Richards; two sisters Beth Richards and Sue (John)Hlas; sisters-in-law June (Larry) Kruger and Jean (Ken) Sievers. Further survived by nieces, nephews and family friend Sharry (Larry) Storjohann and the Johnson family. Complete Funeral Service on Wednesday Oct. 4, 2006 7:30 PM at the funeral home. Visitation on Wednesday 4:30-7:30 PM at the Funeral Home. Interment Garwin Cemetery in Garwin, IA at a later date. Mark proudly served in the U.S. Army in Vietnam. Later, he earned a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Northern Iowa, and began a lifetime career in the transportation industry. His past 22 years were spent at Yellow Transportation with people who became a second family to him. Mark enjoyed golfing and spending time with his family and friends, including those at George Webb. A special thanks to Dr. Ajit Divgi, his nurses Judy and Peggy, as well as St. Lukes Medical Center for their loving care and support. If so desired, memorials to the American Cancer Society would be appreciated.