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Delbert R Richards

October 9, 1948 ~ April 4, 2017 (age 68) 68 Years Old
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Message from ron marsh
April 7, 2017 3:19 PM

rip my OLD pal till we meet AGAIN.......MAY GOD BLESS UR FAMILY
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A candle was lit by ron marsh on April 7, 2017 3:17 PM
Message from Bill ODonnel
April 7, 2017 2:36 PM

My condolences to Del's family. RIP
Message from Lorraine Truitt & Ronnie Norman
April 7, 2017 12:43 PM

Del & Bobbie, we're both so sorry to hear about your loss.
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A candle was lit by W Rick Fletcher on April 7, 2017 12:20 PM
Message from W Rick Fletcher
April 7, 2017 12:19 PM

I have known Del for years and grew up with up with him. He use to race at Vernon with my Uncle Danny Murphy and here at home in Harrington, and several other places. I am sorry for his passing!!
Message from Steve Jones
April 7, 2017 8:23 AM

Sorry to hear of Del's passing, my condolences to the entire family. Del got his
1000 win driving our horse - Miss Unicorn in 1984 , RIP Del
Message from Shawn Garland
April 7, 2017 8:04 AM

My deepest condolences and sympathies to his family. Keeping you all in my prayers. Dell was a terrific man and will be missed by all. I will always have fond memories of him with Debbie and the kids growing up at Vernon Downs. The harness racing community has lost another great horseman.
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A candle was lit by Shawn Garland on April 7, 2017 7:56 AM
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A MOUNTAIN MEADOW PEDESTAL ARRANGEMENT was sent on April 6, 2017

Fond memories and deepest sympathies -Dean LaClair and Family

Message from Dean LaClair
April 6, 2017 11:20 PM

Thoughts and prayers go out to the Richards family. Many fond memories of Del. He was a good horseman, driver and trainer. Del had so many stories to tell and was always good for a laugh. He will be missed!
-the LaClair family
Message from Brenda Mockler
April 6, 2017 8:22 PM

It goes without saying, Del and I go back a long way. I can still remember the day we met like it was yesterday......and the friendship that grew from that first day will always remain in a special place in my heart. Deepest sympathy to you all - he was a good man and a great friend.
Message from Paul Clavette
April 6, 2017 8:12 PM

May Del rest in peace I always hoped the best for him and his family. Great guy
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A candle was lit by Paul Clavette on April 6, 2017 8:07 PM
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A candle was lit by Lyn Scarborough on April 6, 2017 7:48 PM
My sincere sympathy to the Richards family during this difficult time. Many thoughts and prayers as you honor the memory of Del.
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A candle was lit by Lyn Scarborough on April 6, 2017 7:44 PM
Message from Mangiardi Family
April 6, 2017 5:47 PM

So sorry to hear of Del9s passing. He was a great person and harness horse driver. He crossed the wire first for us many times, now those big puffy white clouds will be his pilons. RIP Del.
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A candle was lit by Mangiardi Family on April 6, 2017 5:39 PM
Message from Jim and Mary Kippley & family
April 6, 2017 4:58 PM

Debbie and family,
No words can convey what our hearts are feeling. We have so many cherished memories to treasure forever. God Bless you, Debbie, kids, grandkids... and the entire Richards family... with peace, comfort and strength that only HE can provide... as you face this journey ahead. We love you and are here for you always.
Love, hugs and prayers,
Jim, Mary, Andy and Chrissy
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A candle was lit by Beverly Pedrick on April 6, 2017 11:52 AM
Del, you are now in the Lords arms and you will be sadly missed, but never out of your love ones and friends hearts. May You Rest In Peace.
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A candle was lit by Beverly Pedrick on April 6, 2017 11:32 AM
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A candle was lit by neal chilson on April 6, 2017 11:20 AM
Message from Judi Gowin and Family
April 6, 2017 10:44 AM

Praying for peace, comfort and strength during this difficult time for you and your family. May God bless you all. <3
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A candle was lit by The Lineweaver Family on April 6, 2017 7:50 AM
Message from Kevin Kaufman
April 6, 2017 5:54 AM

My condolences to the Richards family.I will always remember Delbert when I see or hear anything about Dover and Harrington.I enjoyed the times spent at the barn and track at the Bell..God Bless and prayers sent to and family ...
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A candle was lit by Kevin Kaufman on April 6, 2017 5:41 AM
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A candle was lit by Julia Noriko Palms on April 6, 2017 3:59 AM
Message from Ronald Tull
April 5, 2017 11:50 PM

My thoughts and prayers are with the Richard's family in their time of loss and sorrow.... Del won a race for me in 84 at Vernon ... it was special win as my parents were in town from Florida... Debbie and one of the children sat on the bike for the photo .. great friend and tremendous person... RIP
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A candle was lit by Ronald Tull on April 5, 2017 11:38 PM
Message from Debbie Gibson
April 5, 2017 10:58 PM

Say "Hi" to Gibby for me, Del! I remember when Del, Debbie, Gibby & I were the 4 musketeers at Vernon- Del & Gibby were always trading the leading driver title- My sincere sympathies to all- Where did the time go???
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A candle was lit by Debbie Gibson on April 5, 2017 10:55 PM
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A candle was lit by The Wooleyhand's on April 5, 2017 10:51 PM
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A candle was lit by Harrington Raceway & Casino on April 5, 2017 10:42 PM
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A candle was lit by Patti Key on April 5, 2017 10:40 PM
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A candle was lit by Terri Hanna on April 5, 2017 9:45 PM
Message from Marsha Roach-Mitchell
April 5, 2017 9:14 PM

My deapest sympathy to the family
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A candle was lit by Marsha Roach-Mitchell on April 5, 2017 9:12 PM
Message from John Minckler
April 5, 2017 9:00 PM

Sorry for your loss. Del was a good man. I have many fond memories with him at Vernon Downs. May he Rest In Peace.
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A candle was lit by Don & Bette Brittingham on April 5, 2017 7:28 PM
Our heartfelt condolences for our loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God bless and comfort you during this time.
Message from Deborah towle ,dave timmons
April 5, 2017 5:27 PM

Our thought and prayers go out to del and all his family so sorry to lose a fellow horseman will be missed in the business
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A candle was lit by Deborah towle,dave timmons616 on April 5, 2017 5:24 PM
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A candle was lit by John & Sassy Dunlap on April 5, 2017 4:49 PM
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