Craig Ernest Richards

Obituary

Craig E. Richards, 59, of Rockland Township, died peacefully, June 13, 2024, in his home surrounded by his family. Born in Allentown, Craig was a son of Mary (Oscavich) Hottle, Catasauqua.

Craig owned and operated Richard's Lawn and Property Maintenance, and Decorative Touch Concrete, LLC. He was a handyman, a mechanic, a photographer, a carpenter, and above all, a loving father. 

Craig was a car enthusiast and throughout his life purchased and restored hundreds of cars. He wasn't loyal to any one brand and didn't have a favorite car. He fell in love with them all. 

In addition to his mother, Craig is survived by his twin sons, Anthony Craig Richards, and Zachary Craig Richards; and his youngest son, Samuel Craig Richards, husband of Erin G. (Dougherty) Richards. Other survivors include two sisters, Justine (Richards) Calderon, wife of Derrick Morris; and Evonne (Richards) Johnson, wife of David Wirth. 

A memorial service to honor and celebrate Craig's life will be held on Friday, June 21, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., in Ludwick Funeral Homes and Cremation Care, Inc., 333 Greenwich Street, Kutztown. Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation from 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. in the funeral home. Inurnment will be private at the convenience of the family.

Ludwick Funeral Homes and Cremation Care, Inc., Kutztown, is in charge of arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.ludwickfh.com.

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