Bonnie Richards

Bonnie Richards, 91, of Florence, Colorado, went to be with her Lord

and Savior on March 5, 2026.

Bonnie, lovingly known as “Granny” to so many, was born April 6, 1934, in

Boughton, Arkansas, to Homer and Ruby Rhoads. She carried a strong faith

and servant’s heart throughout her life.

On July 9, 1951, Bonnie married the love of her life, Lee Richards. Together

they built a life centered on family, faith, and service. In the 1970s they

moved their family to Florence, Colorado, where Bonnie helped start

Florence Christian School at First Southern Baptist Church. She faithfully

served there for more than 30 years, touching countless lives along the way.

Family was Bonnie’s greatest joy. She had a gift for making everyone feel

loved and welcome, whether they were family by blood or simply blessed

enough to be around her. To many, she was more than Bonnie — she

was Granny.

She is survived by her brother Larry Rhodes, sister Sherry (Gary) Johnson,

son, Kelly (Laurie) Richards; adopted daughters Tiann Richards and Megan

(Matt) West; grandchildren Bonny (Eric) Lehmer, Rachel (Tyson) Bergeman,

Sarah (Jake) Hobson, Raelle Forsberg, Chelsy Forsberg, and Jeff (Sebrina)

Mares; along with many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her sister Laverne Newhouse, her beloved

husband, Lee Richards; daughters Tracy Gingerich, Jill Snyder, and Jacque

Forsberg; son Tony Richards; and great-grandson Adam Holt.

Bonnie’s life was a testament to unwavering faith, hard work, and loving

others well. Her legacy lives on in the family she cherished and the many

lives she touched.

Well done, good and faithful servant.” – Matthew 25:23

Funeral services are on March 10th at 1:00 pm at the First Southern Baptist Church in Florence.

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