M. Lynette Richards

July 11, 1927 - January 2, 2022

M. Lynette Richards, 94, of Richland Center passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, January 2, 2022. She was born on July 11, 1927, in Whitewater, WI, the daughter of William and Trixie (Derrickson) Lee. She married John Richards on January 31, 1947, in Ithaca, WI. Lynette enjoyed going camping, sewing, cooking, rummage sales and spending time with her grandchildren and family. Survivors include her husband John Richards of Richland Center; 3 sons, Jack (Sherry) Richards of LaValle, WI, Jim Richards (Patty Swenink) of Ithaca, Joe (Bonnie) Richards of Ithaca; 6 grandchildren, Rich (Megan) Richards of Madison, Bekki (Shannon) Lange of Wonewok, Emmi (Mike) Evans of Sextonville, Kathy (David) Bixby, Kelly (Todd) Reuter, Kristy (Marc) Dragar all of Reedsburg; 11 great grandchildren, Hank, Nick, Savannah, Alex, Nate, Josh, Austin, Abby, Anna, Mya, Taylor; a sister-in-law, Alice Richards of Ithaca; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; 2 brothers, Ron Lee, Victor Lee; a sister, Ruby Miller; and a brother-in-law, Orlen Richards. Funeral Service will be held on Friday, January 7, 2022, at 11:30 AM at Clary Memorial Funeral Home with Pastor Paul Fries officiating. Visitation will be held on Friday, January 7, 2022, from 9:30 AM until the time of services at Clary Memorial Funeral Home. Private burial will be held at a later date at Willow Valley Cemetery. Memorials can be made to the American Heart Association. www.clarymemorialfuneralhome.com .