Lucille Richards CLAREMONT — Lucille Richards passed away Monday, June 14, 2021. She was the first child born to Louis and Gertrude (Donovan) Lemieux Sr. on Dec. 22, 1931. She is predeceased by her parents; her husband of 57 years, Chester Richards; her son, Chad Richards; a sister, Lois Barton; and two brothers, Louis Lemieux Jr. and Leon Lemieux. Lucille held various manufacturing and retail jobs throughout her working career. She found her true calling at the Sullivan County Nursing Home, where she retired as the director of the environmental department, which brought her great pride and satisfaction. She loved life, laughter, friends and, above all, family. She spent many days hosting cookouts by the pool at her home, and “the more the merrier” was her motto. She had a great many friends and taking her shopping was a testament to that. Every other person she ran into would stop for hugs and extended conversation. She was a communicant of St. Mary Parish and St. Joseph’s Parish and had spent numerous hours at the Adoration Chapel on a weekly basis. She is survived by her son Karl Richards of Newport; one grandson, Kraig Richards of Newport; her daughter-in-law Gail Richards of Avon, Connecticut; and daughter Karen Howard and her husband, Rick; as well as several nieces and nephews. A private service will be held for the family at a later date as well as a celebration of life this summer. Arrangements are with Stringer Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 146 Broad St. in Claremont.
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