Charles H. Richards Jr.
Charles H. Richards Jr., 60, of Wescosville, died June 28, 2025 in his home, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Abington, Montgomery County, he was the son of the late Charles H. Richards Sr. and Lenore (Banks) Richards Simons.
He received his bachelor’s degree from Penn State University, Class of 1989. He was a civil engineer for the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation since 1990. He was a former member of Davisville Church, Southampton and attended Faith Church, Trexlertown.
He was a devoted father and grandfather who faithfully lived out his spiritual gift of service, often blessing his family and many others. He knew Jesus deeply, was a man of prayer, eagerly shared his faith, and loved discussing Scripture. His quiet, steady presence was a ministry in itself, blessing all who knew him. He was steadfastly loyal and loved others deeply.
He is survived by daughters, Stephanie M. Walters and her husband, Benjamin, of Allentown, Jenna E. Aiken and her husband, Matthew, of Macungie, Tori A., Alana J., Ella, all at home; sisters, Karen R. Tomlin and her husband, Thomas, of Philadelphia, Kathy R. Leaver, of Doylestown, Jayne R. Warner, of Hatboro, Judi R. Robinson and her husband, Charlie, of Sabetha, Kan.; grandchildren, Jameson William, Sullivan Charles, Declan Deforrest, Rowan Florence Walters and Hudson Charles Matthew Aiken; many nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. July 8, at Faith Church, 6528 Hamilton Blvd., Allentown. Family and friends may pay their respects 9:30-10:45 a.m. before the service.
The Stephens Funeral Home, Allentown is in charge of arrangements. Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at www.stephensfuneral.com
Memorial contributions may be made to F3 Nation, 7845 Colony Road, Suite C4-202, Charlotte, NC 28226 and/or Cares Ministries at Faith Church, Allentown,