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James E. Richards age 87 of Cedar Creek, NE passed away on Thursday, December 10, 2020 at the Douglas County Health Center in Omaha, NE.  He was born in Victor, IA on April 9, 1933 to John L. And Laura E. (Floerchinger) Richards.

James faithfully served his country in the United States Navy during the Korean War.  After his discharged he worked as a Road Grader Operator for Sarpy County Roads Department until his retirement.  He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Springfield and the Springfield V.F.W.

He is survived by his sister, Dee Roberts of Florida, children, Robert (Lori) Richards of Louisville, NE, Roger (Debby) Richards, Omaha, NE, Pamela (Al) Bailey of Manley, NE, Terry (Kim) Richards of Louisville, NE, 8 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John & Laura Richards, sisters, Bette Powers & Patricia Vanous, brothers, Duane & Bill Richards

A Rosary will be held on Saturday, December 19, 2020 at 10:00 AM at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Manley, NE followed by a Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, December 19, 2020 at 10:30 AM at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Manley, NE (Masks Required) with Father Thomas Wiedel officiating.

Visitation will be Friday, December 18, 2020 from 1:00 PM until 8:00 PM with family greeting friends from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM (Masks Required) at the Funeral Home.

Burial will follow the service in Riverview Cemetery, Louisville, NE

Memorials may be directed to the family for future designation.

Arrangements by Fusselman-Allen-Harvey Funeral Home, Louisville, NE   402-234-3985