Obituary of Calvin E. Richards

Springwater – Calvin E. Richards, 87 years of age passed away Tuesday April 15, 2025 at Noyes Memorial Hospital in Dansville. Cal was born August 27, 1937 in Springwater the son of Mark and Hazel (Pardee) Richards. He grew up in and has remained a lifelong resident of the Springwater area. He graduated from Wayland Central School in 1955 and then served his country in the United States Army. Cal began a career at NYSEG that lasted over 35 years. At the time of his retirement he was the supervisor of the contract group. Cal and Martha “Marty” Richards were married October 28, 1967 and together have celebrated over 57 years together. For the past several years Marty has taken care of Cal and kept his quality of life the best it could be. As a measure of his ability and skill, Cal earned NTSB and FAA lifetime safety awards. Cal was also a member of the NYS American Legion and a faithful member of the Ingleside Christian Church for over 30 years. Cal was pre-deceased by his parents, Mark and Hazel Richards; his sisters, Gretchen Gray and Martha Fisher; and his brothers, Robert and Marcus Richards. He is survived by his wife of 57 years Marty Richards; along with many nieces, nephews and friends. Cal’s family and friends may call Saturday April 26, 2025 from 11am – 12pm at the Ingleside Christian Church, 11528 Babcock Rd, Naples. His funeral service will follow at 12pm at the church. Committal prayers, military honors and interment will take place immediately following at Clearview Cemetery in N. Cohocton.