Karl Gordon Richards, 89, A janitor for the Midview schools, volunteer firefighter, enjoyed camping
Karl Gordon Richards, age 89, of Grafton passed away Thursday, May 15, 2003 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was born Monday January 12, 1914 in Olmsted Township. He has lived in Grafton Township since 1960.Mr. Richards was employed by the Midview School System as a janitor at East Carlisle School for many years retiring in 1980. He was a member of the Grafton Township Fire Dept. for 30 years, and enjoyed camping, fishing, and traveling.
He is survived by his wife Eva, whom he has been married to for 61 years, a son Tom Richards of Grafton, Ohio, and 4 grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents John and Nida Richards, and brother Lyle Richards.
Friends may call in the Blackburn Funeral Home, 1021 Main St. Grafton, Monday, May 19, 2003 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. with funeral services Tuesday in the funeral home at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. James Cake, pastor of Belden United Methodist Church, officiating. Burial will be in Belden Cemetery, Grafton Township.