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Terry Leon Richmond, age 69, passed peacefully with family and friends at his home in Xenia, Ohio on March 14th, 2022.Terry was born on April 15th, 1952 in Maysville, Ky to Leon and Dorothy (Adamson) Richmond. He is survived by his wife of 42 years Ruth Richmond, four children Brian, Tanya (Newland), Angie and Shane Richmond. Three step children Chris Koogler, Gary and L.B. Grubb. 19 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. Brother Larry and Charles (Margot) Richmond and sister Teresa (Garry) Newell. Several nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. He is preceded in death by his parents Leon Videll and Dorothy Genevieve Richmond and granddaughter Kayla Richmond. Terry was a heavy equipment operator and supervisor with Jergens Bales. Terry was a member of the Ohio Operators Union (IUOE Local 18) where he also won awards for his remarkable abilities on heavy equipment. There was nothing he couldn't accomplish from laying pipe to helping build his home. Anyone that knew him knew he was the boss at whatever he was doing. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and shooting pool. Later in life he loved watching the squirrels, bunnies and birds early in the morning. He also loved spending time with family and friends especially his best friends Timmy Hoskins and Custard Patterson.

The family will be holding a private memorial service via zoom April 2nd, 2022 at 2 p.m.

May 4, 2022
May 4, 2022
I worked construction with Terry for many years. He was always my foreman and a mentor. His complete knowledge of all aspects of excavation was respected by all who knew him. I grew in many ways because of his leadership. A true icon in the constitution world.
April 1, 2022
April 1, 2022
Ran with Terry back in the late 60's  Was there when Terry accidentally shot Larry in the leg  Use that as only a reference to say how long ago that was. Lot of memories  Shot a lot of pool back in the day  Its sad to hear he is gone but good to see he enjoyed his life and family
March 31, 2022
March 31, 2022
Knew Terry since I was a teenager...sister Teresa was my best friend. Terry always looked out for us. Met yrs later again when I worked at Frisches. Had the upmost respect for Terry. Great loss here.. R.I.H. kind sir. 
March 27, 2022
March 27, 2022
You will be missed old friend
March 26, 2022
March 26, 2022
Terry was a good friend to everyone, my memories of him is always friendly and ready to help others. I can still see him taking my granddaughter around the horse pen on star shadow the horse she loved, but didnt know how to ride, so Terry walked her around and around because it was making her laugh. We will miss you Terry, but know it wont be long before we will see you again. Until then your in our hearts, and memories. We love you so much. Shirley and Nancy
March 24, 2022
March 24, 2022
so sorry to hear . he was such a good person.
putting our pond and always knowledgeable in everything .
so sorry to Ruth and family
always enjoyed talking to him
rip always
Barb
March 22, 2022
March 22, 2022
So sorry for your loss prayers for you Ruth and all your family--God Bless you

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May 4, 2022
May 4, 2022
I worked construction with Terry for many years. He was always my foreman and a mentor. His complete knowledge of all aspects of excavation was respected by all who knew him. I grew in many ways because of his leadership. A true icon in the constitution world.
April 1, 2022
April 1, 2022
Ran with Terry back in the late 60's  Was there when Terry accidentally shot Larry in the leg  Use that as only a reference to say how long ago that was. Lot of memories  Shot a lot of pool back in the day  Its sad to hear he is gone but good to see he enjoyed his life and family
March 31, 2022
March 31, 2022
Knew Terry since I was a teenager...sister Teresa was my best friend. Terry always looked out for us. Met yrs later again when I worked at Frisches. Had the upmost respect for Terry. Great loss here.. R.I.H. kind sir. 
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June 13, 2022
Terry I thank of you and miss you every day two of our very special friends come up from Tennessee Fern and her son Rusty we talked about all the things you did for all of us and how sad that we felt without you here with usand how wonderful it will be to have you back again we love and miss you Terry

Love Terry

April 20, 2022
Terry was a great father figure to me when I moved with my brother and mother to Ohio when I was 12 years old. He always seemed larger than life, and he helped us so much. My mother was a single mom struggling to make ends meet. We were so fortunate to have Ruth and Terry not just as neighbors, but also as parent figures. I have nothing but great memories of Terry, and I had been praying for him for many years as he battled cancer for so long. My prayers to all who love Terry...I will never forget him!

Terry the Grandfather I Adopted

March 29, 2022
by Sarah H
I came to know Terry through Ruth about 16 years ago when I started riding their horses. After a while they just became family to me.  Terry could always be counted on to tell a good story about his youth or his life adventures. He never judged and was always a kind man as long as I knew him. He was such an intelligent man and had an insight into life's real purpose. I will really miss him and glad he is at peace up above.  Hopefully he is fishing at a glorious sunset with a sweet tea and smoking a corn cob pipe.  I love you Terry.

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