Stephen M Richards

StephenM. Richards, age 60, of Elwood, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer at his residence on Monday, September 8, 2014.Steve was born on August 18, 1954, in Elwood to Max Richards and Nina(Bowlby) Owens. Steve graduated in 1972, from Alexandria High School.He retired after 35 years of service from Perfecto Tool of Anderson. Steve belonged to the Kokomo Eagles, and was a former officer of the Elwood Eagles.Member of the Elwood American Legion, Kokomo VFW, and a life member of the Elwood Moose Lodge.Steve was very active in the Madison County Democrat Club.He served as Precinct Committeeman in Pipecreek for many years. Steve was a very giving person.He loved children and bought Christmas gifts for kids all year long. Steve was an avid motorcycle rider and he loved spending time with his family, children, and grandchildren.
Steve's surviving family includes:Father, Max & wife Carol Richards of Kokomo, Daughter, Audra & husband Rob Wilkey, II of Elwood,Son, Kyle& wife Sarah Richards of Elwood, Grandchildren: Kai, McKenzy, Kaleb, and Korigan Wilkey
Three Brothers, ScottOwens of Alexandria, JoeRichards and Mike Richards both of Kokomo, Two Sisters, CathyFrazee of Alexandria, and DawnPetriko of Fishers
Several nieces & nephews
Steve was preceded in death by his Mother, NinaOwens, Step Father, RobertOwens.

Funeral service will be at 2:30 PM, Thursday, Sept. 11th, 2014, at Dunnichay Funeral Home in Elwood with Pastor Roger Gardner of East Main Street Christian Church officiating. Burial will follow in Phlox Cemetery north of Elwood where Steve will have his last ride in a Harley Davidson hearse.
Visitation will be Wednesday, from 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm, at the funeral home.
Family request in lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Mooseheart Child & School, Inc., Mooseheart, IL60539.
Online condolences can be given at www.dunnichayfuneralhome.com