Donald Arthur Richards

Donald “Don” A Richards Sr, of Diamondhead, Mississippi, passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at the age of 89.

Don was born in Omaha, Nebraska. He attended the University of Omaha where he obtained a degree in business. He was drafted into the Army. After completing his time in the service, Don went on to work for the Grain Dealers Mutual Insurance Company in Omaha. Don married the love of his life, Evelyn Sue Richards, in 1965 and went on to raise two sons that he would often boast about with tremendous pride. In 1994 the company moved him and his family to Indianapolis, Indiana. During his 40 years with Grain Dealers he rose to a level of senior vice president and continued to serve on the board of directors after retirement in 2001. In 2006 Don moved to the Gulf Coast where he spent the remainder of his years.

Don was a loving husband, father, and grandfather and will be missed by all who had the good fortune to know him. He was an avid golfer, traveler, and storyteller who knew how to make people feel welcome. Don loved history, a great meal, and helping his wife entertain.

Don is survived by his loving wife, for whom he was married to for nearly 60 years, his two sons Donald Arthur Richards Jr and Daniel August Richards (Penny), four grandchildren (Dutch, Eli, Claire, and Grace), and his sister Phyllis (Allen) Trumble.

He is preceded in death by his parents Albert Arthur Richards and Mrytle Hedgren Richards.

No funeral service will be held. Don will be interred at the Biloxi National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to the charity of your choice in Don’s name.

Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Home, O'Neal Road, Gulfport, is honored to serve the family of Donald Richards.