Ray M. Richmond

Ray Richmond, 83, of Niles, passed away October 6, 2022 at Spectrum Health Lakeland-Niles in Niles, Michigan.

He was born April 11, 1939 in Pine Knot, Kentucky, to the late Raymond and Madeline Richmond. Ray married Amelia “Rose” on October 29, 1961. They would have celebrated 62 years of marriage at the end of this month.

Ray is survived by his wife; his three children: Ray Richmond, of Elgin, Illinois, Robin Pagano of Niles, Michigan and Randy Richmond (Jessica) of Oak Park, Illinois; five grandchildren: James, McCallister, Austin, Isabel, Cameron, and one deceased grandson, Gino; and four great-grandchildren: Brandi, Abby, Levi and Mia. He is also survived by one sister, Mishel Jackson. He was preceded in death by his brother, Roger, and sisters, Jody and Wanda.

Ray was employed at Tyler Refrigeration for 47 years as a welder. He took pride in the care of his home and his lawn. He demonstrated a strong love and commitment to his wife and immediate and extended family.

Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, October 11, at Allred Funeral Home in Berrien Springs, where the funeral will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, October 12. Ray will be laid to rest in Rose Hill Cemetery in Berrien Springs.

Messages and memories may be shared online at www.allredfuneralhome.com.