Ernie D Richards

Ernie Richards left this earth December 18th, 2024, and was escorted to heaven and greeted by his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.  Arrangements are under the direction of Wise Funeral Home, Bonham, TX.

Ernie was born to Elmer and Roxie Richards on February 10th, 1946.  After high school Ernie valiantly joined the United States Army where he served in Germany and France for 4 years with pride and dedication to his country. It was shortly after this when he met the love of his life Martha Hutsell, they shared a life filled with love and devotion, raising a family and building a legacy. Ernie continued his service to others with a 30-year career as a fireman and Lieutenant with Dallas Fire and Rescue.  More importantly he served the Lord with  zeal and diligence proven by actions. He studied bible history and applied it with Tuesday night bible studies at his home in Ector along with teaching Sunday School. Ernie loved to tell a good story and spend the afternoon woodworking. A graveside service for Ernie will be Friday, December 27, 2024 at Carson Cemetery starting at 11:00am.

Ernie is preceded in death by his wife of 55 years Martha Richards, his granddaughter, Lauren Crowell and grandson James Speed.

His surviving family includes brother, David Richards, sister, Olive Williams, son, Joel Lee Richards and wife Sara, daughter, Judith Hix and husband Alan, granddaughters, Suzanne Wine, Allison Wine and Alianna Richards, grandsons, David Speed, Joel Richards, and Drew Wine.

The family wishes to extend a very special thank to the Teel Family for your love and support during this time.