Beuford Richards, age 85

Beuford Richards, age 85 of Bowling Green, peacefully departed this life on Sunday, February 16, 2025 at TriStar Skyline Medical Center in Nashville, TN. The Edmonson County native was born on March 8, 1939 to the late Autrey and Donna Lindsey Richards. He was married to his loving wife of sixty-two years, Verna Lindsey Richards, until the Lord called her home on February 15, 2019. 

Beuford dedicated many years of his life to working at Ralston Purina, and after his retirement, he embraced new opportunities in construction with Division 9 Finishers. He also took pride at one time owning a country store, Richards Grocery, in Wingfield. Known as a jack of all trades, Beuford had the remarkable ability to take on any challenge that came his way. His greatest joy came from spending precious moments with his family, where he would share his love for music by playing guitar and singing harmonies. He found peace in the beauty of nature through fishing and delighted in riding his walking horses. Beuford's diverse passions and cherished relationships truly defined his life. Above all, he loved the Lord, and was a member of Fairview United Baptist Church.

He leaves to honor his memory— his children, Dennis Richards of Bowling Green and Karen King (Tony) of Wingfield; grandchildren, Jamie Wilson (Jessica) and Amy Smith; great-grandchildren, Gavin Rowe, Reece Wilson, Addie and Rylan VanMeter; siblings, Overt Richards, Jimmie Richards (Kathy), Tommie Richards (Lola) and Oneta Simpson (Jerry); his companion, Nancy Reuter, along with several nieces, nephews and cousins that he adored. Besides his wife and parents, he was also preceded in death by his beloved son, Glenn Alan Richards; siblings, Jerry and Larry Richards and Dottie Minton, and his daughter-in-law, Patricia Richards.

The interment will be in Fairview Church Cemetery. 

Memorial contributions can be made to: American Heart Association.

VISITATION
11 AM—7 PM, Friday, February 21, 2025
Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel

10 AM—2 PM, Saturday, February 22, 2025
Fairview United Baptist Church

FUNERAL SERVICE
2 PM, Saturday, February 22, 2025
Fairview United Baptist Church

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