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Robert Richards Obituary

Robert E. Richards, 58, of Syracuse, departed this life, Wednesday at Upstate at Community Hospital. He was predeceased by his parents, Mary Bell Richards and L.C. Richards. He graduated from Corcoran High School in 1975. He was a United States Marine Corps Veteran and was formerly employed as a Deputy with the Onondaga County Sheriff's Department for thirty years until retiring in 2013 and was awarded the Wilbert S. Currie Medal of Distinction in 2009.

He is survived by his wife of thirty-five years, Renee Richards; three children, Rashad, Shana and Nicole Richards; one sister, Vanessa Brown; three brothers, Charlie, Gerald and James Richards; three grandchildren, Nyla, Rashonna and Sariyah; his mother-in-law, Eloise Currie; one sister-in-law, Donna Currie all of Syracuse; several nieces, including a special niece, Sydni Mattison; nephews; cousins and friends.

Calling hours will be Thursday 11 a.m. to noon at People's A.M.E. Zion Church, 2306 S. Salina St., with funeral services to follow at noon.


Date of Death: February 18, 2015



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Published by Syracuse Post Standard from Feb. 20 to Feb. 23, 2015.

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Susie Copeland

February 14, 2024

It´s still so hard to believe Robert is gone. Missing him and praying for family.
Aunt Nell

February 27, 2019

May your legacy live on wonderfully. Stacey

Kimbley and Ardis Griffin

February 14, 2019

Gone, cousin, but never forgotten. We pray you're rejoicing in the company of Jesus.

February 15, 2016

I was so sorry to see the remembrance in the paper. I had not known that Bob had died until I saw the remembrance. I worked with him at the Sheriff's Department and the thing that I remember most was that he was a very kind and quiet guy. I had often thought that he was a lot like Will. I just want the family to know that he was a very good guy and was very well liked at work. Please know that people remember him. Diane Leshinski

February 26, 2015

Love you dearly Robert we will always be family. RIP Goodbye for now I will see you again. Love Faye

February 25, 2015

We are praying for you to get through this time with the peace that comes from the knowledge that God loves you, and that he will take of you.
God Bless You,
The Bakers

David Doyle

February 25, 2015

I am truly sorry for your loss. I enjoyed working with Bobby in Jail Transport and wished him well when he transferred to patrol. He will be missed, and you will be in my thoughts.

Deborah Ramseur-Williams

February 25, 2015

My deepest condolences to the family of Robert. I know how close you all are and I am sure that you all will carry one another through the pain. Hugs & Kisses!

February 24, 2015

To the family of Robert I am very sorry to hear of your loss. He was a gentleman and was very helpful on the scene of a fire or accident. Gary Boisseau, Southwood Fire Dept.

Rhonda Hus

February 24, 2015

Cousin Robert, you will be sorely missed.
Although we can't be there, we extend our deepest sympathy and love to Renee and the children, Charlie, Vanessa, Gerald, and James. Know that the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

Bob Jonick

February 24, 2015

My deepest sympathy to the Richards family. Bob and I worked together at the old Jamesville pen back in the '80's. Bob was my mentor and friend. Semper Fi marine.

James Richards

February 24, 2015

I will miss you big man may GOD BE WITH YOU.

February 24, 2015

Vanessa, Charlie, Tom and Gerald We wish you peace and comfort to face the days ahead, and loving memories of Robert to forever hold in your hearts.
We Love You,
Baker Family Cousins

February 24, 2015

Vanessa, Charlie, Tom and Gerald We wish you peace and comfort to face the days ahead,and loving memories of Robert to forever hold in your hearts.

We Love You,
Baker Family Cousins

Lisa Richards

February 24, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Doc Brown

February 24, 2015

Bob was a great man and a wonderful person. i will miss him.

Pastor Hosea & Christina Williams

February 23, 2015

To all the family, we love you and our prayers are with you!

- Your Family

February 23, 2015

To Vanessa, Charlie, Tom, Gerald you guys know we love you and our prayers are with you and all the family!

-Christina Smith- Williams

February 23, 2015

Cousin I will miss you coming down to see us in Alabama with that warm smile and bear hug full of love. Love you much!

Wayne & Gwen Sistrunk

February 23, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of sorrow. We pray that the grief your hearts feel now will be replaced with loving, joyous memories of Robert. God bless.

Katrina Jones

February 23, 2015

Donna, may God comfort you & your family during this difficult time. My prayers are with you all.

B Turner

February 23, 2015

I will truly miss you my friend. You always encouraged me during the difficult times and your smile lit up any room. I was sorry to hear of Bob's passing this afternoon. if there were more men like him; the world would be a better place.
My deepest sympathy to all of his loved ones. He will never be forgotten.

February 23, 2015

We wish to express our condolences to you. Please know that as your family you are are surrounded by the love of many who care.

With Love and Sympathy,
Baker family Aunts, Uncles & Cousins

February 23, 2015

Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel about Robert's death. As a family , we are here to support you in your grieving process.
With Sincere Sympathy,
Aunt Dot & Shell

Dave Bray

February 23, 2015

My prayers go out to the entire Richards family. Bob was a friend and a great co-worker over the 22 years we worked together. I don't think I ever saw anybody with any better a disposition for the job than Bob had.

February 23, 2015

Bob aka "Tubb" one of the best men I have ever known. If I had to pick one word to describe Bob it would be honorable. We went back 30 years OCCF ( Jamesville Pen) OCSD, probation, and all the side jobs we did . I will miss you my friend RIP...Glen Stone -Hilton Head

February 23, 2015

Renee/shana,Nicole,Rashad,
Vanessa,Charlie,Gerald and James. truly words cannot express what you are going through now. but always remember God our heavenly father through his son Jesus Christ,will heal your hurt.and cause you to remember those precious memories of your loved one.you are in my prayers.God bless you.love Annie Dexter.Syracuse,NY.

Jim Sheedy

February 23, 2015

One of the very best of all I worked with. May you find peace and rest in the heavenly kingdom. You truly deserve all that heaven is!

February 23, 2015

Robert was a gentleman,positive role model and a fine family man. He represented the Onondaga County Sheriff's Police with honor and dignity. He will be missed by many. Thomas S. Tubbert, Chief Police Deputy (ret)

February 23, 2015

Donna/Renee & Family,
In this final salute...May your hearts be comforted in this time of grief. May you be strengthened to get through the times ahead. God bless you and your family always.

Sending our Love,
Travis & Takysha Balaam

Jill Bozek

February 23, 2015

Our prayers are with you and your family Renee. Jill Bozek

February 23, 2015

Our Prayers go out to The Richards Family
May God continue blessing you all with heart felt symphony to all. Love and
Prayers Mary Hunter & Family

David Wright

February 23, 2015

One of the Good Ones...an honor to work with you.

Mike O'Hara

February 23, 2015

Charlie
My sincere condolences on the passing of your brother. I remember him fro when we played hoops at Corcoran. I will keep you all in my prayers.

Sarah McWilliams

February 22, 2015

Renee and children so sad of the passing of my nephew. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God will take care of you all. Be strong.

matt gallup

February 22, 2015

Rob now you can watch over all of us.
Renee sorry for your loss of a great man,i'am sure you and he kids will be fine.he will be missed

February 22, 2015

Rip Brother Richards! aka tubb! God bless you and ur family! the Browns Bruce

Tim Moynihan (OCCF)

February 22, 2015

When I think back and realize that it's been over 30 years since Bob worked at Jamesville, I'm amazed how the time has flown. I had many professional contacts with him as he worked in the southeast area for quite some time. I last ran into him in Nottingham Plaza before he retired, and we chatted for a few minutes. It can be said that he was a family man first. That was always evident. May you cherish the memories of this great man, as I do. May he rest in peace.

Beth Bridges

February 21, 2015

Renee so very sorry for your loss.I truly know how you are feeling.My thoughts and prayers go out to you,your children and family.I know your husband was a great man.Your friend always Beth

Marvin Harrington

February 21, 2015

Bob I know you are in glory, still you will be missed my friend, you left many to sorrow

Linda J Martinez

February 21, 2015

Rest In the Holy Land of Paradise Mr. Richards..

meredith elhassan

February 21, 2015

He was a wonderful man and friend, so sorry for your loss.

Darlene Morehouse

February 21, 2015

From the first day at the Police Academy, you touched my heart with your determination, your love for your family, and your laid back smile and attitude. I learned from you, as did so many others. You will be missed.

Dre

February 21, 2015

R.I.P to a once in a life time man you will be truly missed

February 21, 2015

RIP you will never be forgotten your cousin Louise in Detroit

Ed Brisson

February 21, 2015

Please accept my deepest sympathy. Bob was one of the greatest men I have ever known.

February 21, 2015

My cousin Robert will live in my heart forever and not forgotten , Louise

February 21, 2015

To the family of Robert E. Richards we are very sorry for your loss. Michael/Marylou Carbery keep you in our prayers.

Christine and Don Weeks

February 21, 2015

I hope your family finds comfort in the knowledge that Bobby was a friend to all including me. As his academy mate I found him to be one of the most kind and gentle men I have known. Bob always spoke endlessly about his children and wife worrying about your safety and providing a good life for you. He was a true man of dignity and honor on and off the job and always made me laugh! My husband and I can not even begin to know how you are going to live without him however know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Knowing Bob I am sure he is still with you watching over you still and always will be. God Bless you all!!

Ardis Griffin

February 21, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with the extended Richards and Baker family.

Kimbley Baker Griffin

February 21, 2015

Robert, you have joined the ranks of our ancestors in Glory, amen. We will see you in the morning, cousin....

Tera Baker

February 21, 2015

...sending love and prayers to my extended family

Susie Baker Copeland

February 21, 2015

Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Always know the Baker family is here for you and we are mourning with you. Another branch of our family has been severed and we will miss him dearly. We must all prepare to make our transition as well. The Bible says "Seek and you shall find, knock and the door shall be opened." Christ gave His life that we can live eternally with Him.

james Bloodgood

February 21, 2015

My thoughts and prayers to the Richards family. Bob is in God's hands now and looking down on your family and coworkers and steering them in the right direction. God only takes the good ones from us first. But just remember of all the good times you had. RIP BOB til we meet up with you.

your daughter, Shana

February 21, 2015

I love you daddy. I miss you so much. I can't believe you're gone. You were my first love and I am so very proud to have been your daughter. You showed me unconditional love and support that I am the luckiest girl in the world. My heart is broken and I'm trying to find the peace and calming you always showed to help me through this but it's hard. Daddy I love you

.

February 21, 2015

Bro, Richards, Bless the works that you did, for this country and for the way you represented yourself as a proud black man in your proformance with the OCSD, it was great seeing you in that uniform, as we worked side by side, you with the Sheriff Dept, and as I worked with the SPD, Bless you for walking a good mans life, you represented yourself and your family well- God Bless and you will be missed. Elder C,Paige Sr.-Charlotte, N.C.

Carol Busch

February 21, 2015

Bob was one of the nicest people I have ever worked with. To the family, We are very sorry for your loss. Carol and Tim

Paul J P Dufault

February 21, 2015

Just a note to let you know
that though these words are few.
They bring the deepest sympathy
and
warmest thoughts to you and your family.

Mattydale Fire Department

February 21, 2015

The Officers and Members
of the Mattydale Fire Department
and
Auxiliary
join in extending
Heartfelt Sympathy
to you and your family at this
time of sorrow

Nicole

February 21, 2015

My dad was true example of a Man, he led by example, took care of his family and others also. They say time heals all wounds and I believe that. Knowing my father is not suffering and is with me will get me through!

lamont russell

February 21, 2015

Sorry for your loss. Praying for your family

Stacey Copeland

February 20, 2015

We are all on loan to each other and when the Master calls we answer. Praying for comfort and peace family.

Stacey C

February 20, 2015

Praying for you family.

Michael Goudy

February 20, 2015

You were one of the best both in the Corps and OCSD. May your family find Peace in the knowledge that you were respected and loved. Guard those pearly gates Marine until we all arrive. Semper Fi.

Michele Seepersad

February 20, 2015

Cousin Robert has gone to his reward. Renee, children, grannies, and siblings, be comforted.

LaKiesha Britt

February 20, 2015

My condolences Nicole..to you, your mom & the rest of your family. I'm here for you if you need me...just know you father is in a much better place than we are. We need to get to where he is...he made it in! You are all in my prayers. Blessed are those that mourn, for they shall be comforted.

Danielle Singleton

February 20, 2015

Uncle Robert will be missed. He was a good man and cared about his family very much.

Alexis Wokocha

February 20, 2015

My deepest sympathy to your family.Alexis Wokocha and Family

Tarea Crouch

February 20, 2015

An angel has left before his time.

Susan Loysen

February 20, 2015

One of the nicest people I have ever worked with. Prayers to his family at this difficult time.

carl smith IIII

February 20, 2015

Bobby, you where a great man, never judged anybody, you where the best, we will remember you always,as the guy that did Jesus will on the streets and as the COP that made you SMILE. love you brother, you are flying high, because you where a true angel on this earth and are a true angel in heaven. tell st. peter HI!!!!

February 20, 2015

Rest in peace cousin your in gods hand now.

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