Richards, James Barry

Retired As A Pharmacist With Walgreens

  • Thursday, October 17, 2024
James Barry Richards
James Barry Richards

James Barry Richards, 86, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2024.

Barry was born in Dunlap, Tn., on Jan. 20, 1938, the son of the late Raymond Richards and Ilene Henderson Richards. He received his doctorate degree in pharmaceutical from the University of Tennessee. Barry retired from Walgreens as a pharmacist.

In addition to his parents, Barry was preceded in death by his wife, Beverly “Babs” Morgan Richards.

Survivors include his sons, Darryl Richards (Mary), John Richards (Maria), and Brandon Richards (Katherine); step sons, Heath Burgess (Kim) and Chris Burgess (Stephanie); eleven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and a sister, Ida Whitehead.

A private memorial service is planned for a later date.

Visit www.heritagechattanooga.com to post tributes and share memories.

Arrangements are by Heritage Funeral Home, East Brainerd Chapel.

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