James Richard
February 26, 1957 — November 18, 2015
James Mark “Animal” Richard age 58, died in his Hamler home surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, November 18, 2015. He retired from construction. Most recently he was employed by Vernon Nagel Construction.
He was born February 26, 1957 to James and Ruth (Tallman) Richard in Defiance. James graduated from Holgate High School in 1976.
Surviving is his mother Ruth (Bill) Hall, Hamler and two sons, Josh Richard and Jason (Traci) Richard, both of Hamler; 1 grandson, Tyler Richard; brothers Jerry Richard, Defiance and Billy Hall, Stryker. Preceding him in death is his father.
It was James’s wish to be cremated and have an informal gathering. There will be a gathering on Saturday, November 21, 2015 at the Copper Bar and Grill, 105 N. Turkeyfoot Avenue, Malinta from 11 am – 3:00 pm. Contributions made in James’s memory can be made to the family to help with expenses.