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Henrietta Richie Hawes, 58 of Athens, passed away December 25, 2019.

She leaves five children, Tiffany Harris, Keisha, Santonio, Alicia and Malinda Hawes; two brothers, Charles (Deborah) Richie and Julius Richie; two grandchildren, Ayden and Acorrie; aunts, Teresa Pittman, Lillian Ward, Brucie Cleveland and Luriena Goodine; uncles Edward Pittman and Styles Richie.

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Lonnie Joe Richie, age 81, of Gainesville, passed away on Thursday, December 17, 2015 at his residence following an extended illness.

Lonnie Joe was born on October 30, 1934 in Toccoa, Georgia to the late Hubert Richie and Mary Thornton. He was a member of Black Springs Baptist Church and was retired from Reliance Electric Company. He is preceded in death by his parents.

Lonnie Joe is survived by his wife, Odessa Richie of Gainesville, son, Joe Nathaniel Richie of Little Rock, AR, daughter and son-in-law, Peggy And Henry Johnson of Gainesville, daughter, Joyce Allison of Flowery Branch, daughter and son-in-law, Debra and Isaac Milledge of Gainesville, daughter and son-in-law, Yvonne Richie Williams and Terry of Gainesville, son, Anthony Richie of Gainesville, daughter and son-in-law, April and Randy Coleman of Gainesville, daughter, Angela Williams of Flowery Branch, sister, Jessie Martin of Plano, Texas, sister, Pauline Richie Witt of Plano, Texas, sister-in-law, Shirley Richie of Gainesville, sister-in-law, Ella Jean Richie of Homer, many nieces and nephews, 14 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, and 1 great great-grandchild.

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Johnnie Mae Richie was born August 12, 1959 in Stephens County, and departed this life due to a sudden illness on Friday, January 30, 2015 at Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville, GA. She was a member of the Broad River Baptist Church for many years, and later attended Cleveland CME Church.  She was a graduate of Stephens County High School and served three years in the United States Army.  Later in life, Johnnie Mae resided at Mountain View Health Care in Clayton, Georgia due to an illness.

Johnnie Mae was preced in death by her father, Thomas R. Richie, Sr on October 25, 2014.

Johnnie Mae is survived by her mother, Ethel M. Richie; 6 brothers: Thomas R. (Betty) Richie, Jr.; Walter C. (Karen) Richie, Sr.; George Nathan (Bunt) Richie; Adam Clayton Richie; Bobby J. (Henrietta) Richie; Ross R. Richie; one Uncle James Richie of Toccoa, Ga.; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other family and friends.

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Thomas (Ray) Richie, Sr was born on April 2, 1934 in Stephens County, Georgia. He departed this life Saturday, October 25, 2015 at Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville, Georgia.  He was a member of Cleveland CME Church for many years. He was a devoted employee for Henry Green Concrete for many years and Patterson Pump for twenty plus years where he later retired.  He enjoyed playing lead guitar for many church programs, and was a lead guitar player for Cross Roads Male Chorus for four years and S&B Gospel group for fourteen years.

Ray, Sr. was preceded in death by four brothers; Roy L. Richie. Sr., Levi Richie, B.J. Richie, John Jr. Richie; and two sisters; Bricilla Thompson and Grace Banks.

He leaves to cherish his memories and legacy his loving wife of 59 years, Ethel Mae Richie.  One brother, James Richie of Toccoa, Ga; six sons - Thomas (Betty) R. Richie; Walter (Karen) C. Richie, Sr.; Georga (Bunt) Nathan Richie; and Ross R. Richie all of Toccoa, Georgia; and one daughter Johnnie M. Richie of Clayton, Georgia.

Thomas Ray, Sr. had 14 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren at the time of his death.

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Curtis Jackson Scott was born June 7, 1935 to the late Andrew and Alberta Richie Scott. Curtis was called home to be with the Lord on October 18, 2014.  He joined Cleveland CME Church at an early age, serving faithfully until his illness.  He loved his church!!

Curtis worked in Law Enorcement for a total of 43 years.  While in law enforcement, he was able to work through the ranks and become the first black Assistant Chief and the City Marshall.  He was an active member of the group called National Association of Black Law Enforcement (NOBLE).

He leaves to cherish his memories, Claudette Scott - his wife of 58 years.  Four (4) children Berthenia Trotter, Elder Janice Scott, Joel (Kendra) Scott and Kesha Hunter. Also cherishing his memories is one (1) brother, Joe Scott of Alpharetta, Ga;, 11 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren. Five (5) sisters-in-laws, Laura Ann Scott, Janice (Donald) Byrd, Linda (J.C.) Drinkard, Elaine (Joseph) Teasley and Vicki (Robin) Walker. Brother-in-law Geno (Roberta) Acosta and special cousins, family friend, host of cousins, nieces and nephews.

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 Fredrick Marcellus Hawes, son of the late Leeola Downer and Murray Allen, died on December 21, 2013.Mr. Hawes graduated from the Oconee County School System. He was the husband of Henrietta Richie Hawes, and the father of nine children (Tiffany (Darnell) Harris, Kendrick, Octavius, Marquices, Frederick, Lakeisha, Santonion, Alicia, and Malinda) 

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Bernard Edward Richie died on Friday, December 6, 2013. Nod, as he was fondly called, was the second of four children born to the late Henry and Barbara Pittman Richie. Bernard was the grandson of Styles and Almeda Richie.  Bernard joined Rogers Chapel Baptist Church at an early age and was a faithful employee of the University of Georgia as Grounds Crew Supervisor, a position he held for many years. Bernard also held a PhD in hat wearing, fishing and going to the movies. He had a strong passion for family, friends, and the Georgia "Dawgs".
 

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Kimberly Richie Lane was born in Toccoa, Georga in Stepehns County on March 29, 1969 to Kate and Howard Richie.  Kim was the youngest of six brothers and sisters (Donnie, Dedgra, Vincent, Valencia, Aletha, James) and two sons Antwell and Mickael.  At time of death Kim had one granddaughter.

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Katie Jackson Richie was born in Toccoa, Georgia (Stephen County).  Her homegoing was on Saturday, August 16 2013 at Crossroads Missionary Baptist Church in Toccoa, Georgia.  Reverend Anthony Scott officiated Kate's homegoing at 3:00 pm.  Kate married Howard Richie and to this union seven children (Donnie, Dedgra, Vincent, Valencia, Atletha, James, Kimberly) were born.

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Howard Richie was born in Toccoa, Georgia (Stephen County) to the late Styles and Almetta Drake Richie, and was the fourth born of eleven children.  He joined Cleveland CME Church in Toccoa, Georgia at an early age and loved singing gospel with his family.  He was educated in Toccoa, Geogia and servied in the U.S. Army.  He was employed with Beacon Manufacture, Seneca Sanitary Dept, Coats and Clark Inc., and U.S. Railroad. Howard married Katie Jackson and to this union seven children were born.

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Rocky Ricky Reese was born in Stephens County, Georgia on October 17, 1958.  He departed this life on March 10, 2010 at his home.  He is survived by his mother, Margaret Thornton of the home; and one ste-father, Earnest Thornton. He also leaves: two brothers, Jimmy Reese and Raymond Reese of Toccoa, Georgia; two sisters, Linda Thornton and Brenda Thornton of Seneca, South Carolina; one aunt, Annie Boyd of Toccoa; and a host of cousins and friends.

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Emily Teresa Willis was born in Stephens County, GA to Emma Jo Simpson and the granddaughter of Beatrice Richie Simpson. She joined Ellis Chapel C.M.E. Church at an early age. She also was a Certified Nurse Aide for many years.  Emily was married to Trent Willis and had one daughter (Shanna Willis).  At time of death, Emily had two grandchildren.

 

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Curtis Goodine was born in Oconee County to the late Earl and Katrina Manel Goodine.  He departed his life at the Toccoa Georgia Nursing Home.  He was the last survivor of his immediate family.

At an early age he joined the New Promiseland Baptist Church where he served faithfully as a Chairman Deacon, Sunday School Superintendent, and a member of the senior choir.  He was educated in Oconee County Public Schools and retired from Duke Power in 1985.  He was an Army veteran of World War II and a recipient of the Bronze Star.  Curtis was a member of Blude Ridge Masonic Lodge #97 of Westminster, SC., and a local farmer for many years.

Curtis was united in Holy matrimony for 60 years to Lurenia Richie Goodine and to this union, nine children (Richard Odell Goodine, Patricia Butler, Joann Craig, Douglas Goodine, Thomas Earl Goodine, Kenneth Goodine, Gregory Goodine, and Teresa Goodine). One daughter, Gwendolyn Goodine Proctor, preceded him in death.  At the time of death, Curtis had 20 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren.

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Steve Richie was born to Margie Faulkner Richie and the late Joe Richie. He attended and graduated from Banks County High School. Steve is the grandson of Hubert Richie. He joined Homer First Baptist Church at an early age.  He served on the Deacon Board and as Superintendent of Sunday School for a number of years.  Steve had two daughters (Yolinda Faye Richie and Jacqueline Twanette Moon).  At time of death, Steve had five grandchildren.


 

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James Estee Cash, son of the late Henry and Willie Cash was born in Carnesville, GA.  He was the grandson of Beautice Richie. James departed this life at Stephens County Hospital. He graduated from the Whitman Street High School in toccoa, GA. He joined Ellis Chapel CME Church at an early age.

James worked many years for the Patterson Pump Company of Toccoa, GA and was a faithful volunteer at the Toccoa Soup Kitchen where he made many lifelong friends. James personality was very vibrant and he had a wonderful sense of humor and a very generous heart. He was loved by many and those who met him were left with a lasting impression.

He leaves to cherish his memory his wife of 42 years, Marilyn Teasley Cash. He had four children (Vincent Emmanuel Cash, Rhonda Contress Cash, Sherry Renee Cash, and Jameson Eric Cash who preceded his father in death). At the time of his death, James had one granddaughter.

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Robert "BJ" Richie was born in Stephens County to the late Flora and Henry Richie. He departed this life at the Toccoa Nursing Center.  He was a member of Cleveland C.M.E. Church and was a faithful member until his health started declining. He worked for Patterson Pump for 25 years.

Robert was married to Gracie Richie. He has three daughters (Joan McCater, Diane Richie, and Annetta Mayes); two sons (Larry Richie, Trampas Richie, and Robert Wilhite who preceded him in death); two stepsons (Michael Hunder and Terry Hunter).  At the time of death, Robert had 16 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren.

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Bucilla Richie Thompson was born to the late Henry Richie and Flora Burton Richie. She was a domestic worker and homemaker.  She married Mack Thompson  and they have 5 children (George Thompson, Steve Thompson, Andrew Thompson, Mac Ann Martin, Sara T. Johnson). She joined Cleveland C.M.E. Church at an early and and attended and worked until her health failed. She was the Mother of the Church, a Missionary, sang with the Note Singers, and a former member of the Eastern Star.  

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Eliza Reese departed this life at Athens Regional Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Lottie Lou Reese.  She joined Cleveland C.M.E. Church at an early age. She was a member of the Sunday School class and a member of the Ladies Missionary.  

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Hattie Geneva Richie was born to the Late Hubert and Mary(Thorton) Richie, January 29,1941. Her brothers and Sisters are Lonnie Joe Richie, The late Joe Nathaniel Richie, Mrs. Pauline Witt, Mrs. Jessie Martin, the late Weldon Richie, the late Annie Jean Richie . Hattie was married to the late William Curtis Carson(Billy) in 1952. She has two children , Mrs. LeeAnn (Carson) Waller, Mrs. Teresa(Carson) Odunfa. At time of death, Hattie had five Grandchildren and seven Great-grandchildren.

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Henry A. Richie was born to Almeda and Styles Richie of Seneca, SC.  Henry known as "Fuzz" traveled with his musical abilities playing the piano and guitar when he met and married Barbara Pittman Richie and the moved to Athens, GA. Henry had four children (Julius Richie, Bernard Richie Charles Richie and Henrietta Richie Hawes). Henry was a lead guitar palyer for soul singer James Brown for several years. He was an original member of the Lighthouse Singers and former pianist of the Lighthouse Gospelettes. Henry was the musician for the Springfield Baptist Church for many years and the Rogers Chapel Baptist Church for over 44 years. At the time of death, Henry had seven grandchildren.

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Barbara "Bobbie Sue" Pittman Richie was the daughter of the late Deacon L.C. Pittman, Sr and Irene Law Pittman.  She was  married to Henry Richie and they had four children (Henrietta Richie Hawes, Charles Richie, Bernard Richie, Julius Richie).  Barbara was a member of the Rogers Chapel Baptist Church for many years.  She was the president of the Rogers Chapel Senior choir and the president of the Pastor's Aid. She was an original member of the Lighthouse Gospelettes.  Barbara retired from Wilkins Industries after 33 years.  At the time of death, Barbara had 7 grandchildren.

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David Reese was born in Stephens County, Georgia to the late Lawrence and Lottie Lee Richie Reese. He passed away at his home. He was a member of Cleveland C.M.E. Church and worked at Morgan Concrete Company as a truck driver for many years. Left to cherish his memory, a devoted companion, Frances Wiley.


 

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Roy L. Richie was born in Stephens County to the late Henry and Flora Richie. He was perceded in death by his wife, Mavis R. Shackleford Richie and daughter Marolyn E. Richie.  He was a World War II veteran and retired from Troydon Furniture Company. Roy has 6 children (Roy L. Richie, Jr., Dorothy Richie Grant, Nina Richie Thomas, Barbara R. Richie, Elaine Richie, Vickie E. Richie). At the time of his  death, Roy had 11 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.

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Olivia Richie Jones was born to the late Dennis and Ludella Richie of Toccoa, Georgia. She was the youngest of 14 children, all of whom preceded her in death. She was a member of Cleveland C.M.E. Church in Toccoa, Georgia where she served on the Stewardess Board.  She married the late Reverend Aldon Jones and moved to Atlanta, Georgia and became a faithful member of West Mitchell CME Church where she held a number of offices and was on various committees.  Olivia had two step-sons (Richard Jones, who preceded her in death and A. Herman Jones).  At the time of death, Olivia had one granddaughter. 

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Lottie Lou Richie was born in Stephens County to the late Dennis and Ludella Richie. She departed this life at the home of her daughter. She was the widow of Lawrence Reese and a faithful member of Cleveland C.M.E. Church.  Lottie Lou has four children (Annie Boyd, Margaret Thornton, Eliza Reese, David Reese).  She was preceded in death by 13 sisters and brothers.  At the time of death, Lottie Lou had 9 grandchildren.

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Robert departed this life after a long illness. He was the son of the late William Dennis and Mertie B. Richie. He was born in Toccoa, Georgia. He retired from Cecil Hill Nursery after 30 years. He leaves to cherish his memory a beloved wife, Lillie Mae Richie.  Robert has six children (Sallie Lou Richie, Roger Richie, Tony Richie, Charles Richie, Hoyt Richie, John Richie).


 

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Alberta Richie Scott departed this life after an extended illness.  She was the daughter of the late Dennis and Ludella Richie. She joined Cleveland C.M.E. Church at an early age. She was an active member while her health permitted. She was the Church Treasurer, a delegate for the Annual Conference, a member of the Stewardess Board and the Missionary Society. She was a member and the pianist for the first Sunday night note singing class held at various churches in the North georgia and Tennessee Convention. She was a volunteer for the Melas on Wheels for over 20 years at the Mabel Scott Senior Citizens Center and the Co-ordinator for the Annual Meals on Wheels program.  Alberta has three children (Curtis, Roberta, and Joe).  At the time of Alberta death, she had 11 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren.

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Hubert Richie was born in Stephens County to the late Dennis & Loudella Burton Richie.  He was a member of Cleveland C.M.E. Church where he served faithfully.  He was married to the late Mary Thornton Richie. Hurbert has six children (Lonnie Joe Richie, Hattie Williamson, Pauline Witt, Weldon Richie, Jessie Martin, and Jean Ramsey); numerous grandchildren and great-granchildren.  He can be remembered for his love of music and for rendering music for several church choirs and gospel groups in the Northeast GA area.

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Gwendolyn Goodine Proctor was born January 22, 1961 in Oconee County. The daughter of Curtis and Lurenia Goodine, she was the seventh child of nine children.  Gwen was the granddaughter of Styles and Almeda Richie.  She entered into eternal rest at Oconee Memorial Hospital after a battle with breast cancer. A loving wife and daughter, and a dear sister, she was a member of the Jackson Memorial Baptist Church, Atlanta, Georgia. Gwen was devoted and faithful in her ministry of music. She was a graduate of music at USC. Some of her favorite songs and songs that others loved to hear are "You Were There, In My Time Of Needs, Well Done, Having You There, Potter House, Bruised But Not Broken, What Shall I Do, For The Good Of Them, Safe In His Arms, Jesus Is My Joy and Angels Will Be Singing.” She was also faithful and dedicated to her work with the Seneca High School Flag Corp. She was married to Timothy A. Proctor and had one stepson, Kawan Proctor of Durham, N.C.

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Beatrice Richie Simpson, age 95, died at Stephens County Hospital. She was born in Franklin County Hospital.  She was the daughter of the late Dennis and Ludella Richie. Beatrice joined Cleveland C.M.E. Church at an early age and united in marriage to the late Harrison Simpson.  She later joined Ellis Chapel C.M.E. Church.  While serving as a faithful member, she was affiliated with many auxilaries including the President of Stewardess Board, Sunday School Teacher, and Class Leader for many years. She was also a member of the Community Prayer Band and the Mable Scott Senior Citizens Center as well as a good homemaker.  Beatrice has six surviving children (Bessie Simpson, Emma Jo Simpson, Lois Keye, Undine Keye, Mary Teasley, and Willie Cash).  At time of death, Beatrice had 35 grandchildren, 81 great-grandchildren, and 33 great-great-grandchildren.

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Almeta Drake Richie, 87, widow of Styles Richie, Sr died at the Oconee Memorial Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Jessie and Minnie Cherry Drake and a member of  Cleveland CME Church in Toccoa, GA.  Almeta married Styles Richie, Sr and they had 9 children (Jasper, Lurenia, Howard, Mable, Henry, Burice, Styles Jr., and two children preceded them in death Steve Drake and Baby Gladis Rosella who died at one year old.  At time of death, Almeda had 23 granchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

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Jasper Thomas Richie was born in Stephens County, Georgia to the late Styles Richie, Sr and Almeda Drake Richie.  He joined Cleveland C.M.E. Church in Toccoa, GA at an early age. He departed this life at Oconee Memorial Hospital. At the time of death, Jasper was survived by his mother, three sisters (Lurenia, Mable, and Burcie), and three bothers (Howard, Henry, and Styles Jr.).

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Henry was the first born and first son born to Dennis and Loudella Richie.  He had 13 brothers and sisters: Beatrice, Mary, Georgia, Styles, Jade, Gemimia, Meggie, William, Bessie, Hubert, Lottie Lou, Alberta, Olivia.

 

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Styles Richie Sr., 84, departed life at his home.  Born in Stephns County, Georgia he was the sone of the late Dennis and Ludella Burton Richie.  He joined Cleveland C.M.E. Church in Toccoa, and later in life he joined Traveler's Rest Baptist Church in Westminster, SC. He was married to Almeta Drake Richie and they had 9 children (Jasper, Lurenia, Howard, Mable, Henry, Burice, Styles Jr.. and two children preceded them in death Steve Drake and Baby Gladis Rosella who died at the age of 1). At time of death, Styles had 23 granchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.  

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Bessie Richie Harrison had one son named Dennis Harrison who died in 2007 in Toccoa, Georgia.

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Beauler Veanner rucker was born in Stephens County. She departed this life in the Tennessee Hospital following a heart attack. Beauler is the granddaughter of William Richie.  She was a native of Dekalb County, Ga but lived a good number of years in Gwinnett County, GA. She was a member of Cleveland C.M.E. Church.  Beauler was married to Thealer Rucker.


 

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William Richie was the 9th child out of 14th children and 5th son born to Dennis and Loudella Richie.   William brothers and sisters are Henry, Beatrice, Mary, Georgia, Styles, Jade, Gemimia, Meggie, Bessie, Hubert, Lottie Lou, Alberta, Olivia.

 

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Ludella was married to Dennis Richie and in this union they had 14 children. Henry, Beatrice, Mary, Georgia, Styles, Jade, Gemimia, Meggie, William, Bessie, Hubert, Lottie Lou, Alberta, Olivia.  According to the U.S. Census, Ludella Burton and Dennis Richie was married in 1892. This website is dedicated to Dennis and Loudella to share the history of the Richie Family.

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Steve Drake Richie was the son of Styles and Almeta Richie.  Drake brothers and sisters are: Lurenia, Jasper, James Hurbert, Howard, Gladis Mable, Henry, Burice, Styles, Jr.

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James Hurbert was the son of Styles and Almeda Richie.  James brothers and sisters are: Lurenia, Jasper, Howard, Gladys, Mable, Henry, Drake, Burice, Styles, Jr.

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Dennis was married to Loudella Burton Richie and in this union they had 14 children. Henry, Beatrice, Mary, Georgia, Styles, Jade, Gemimia, Meggie, William, Bessie, Hubert, Lottie Lou, Alberta, Olivia.  According to the U.S. Census, Dennis married Ludella in 1892 at the age of 21.  Dennis and both his parents were born in Georgia.

This website is dedicated to Dennis and Ludella to share the history of the Richie Family.

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 Jemimia Richie was the 7th child out of 14th children and 4th girl born to Dennis and Ludella Richie.  Per research with FamilySearch.com and Ancestery.com, Gemimia was also known as Jemima, Mima, Mimie, and Mamie.  Research shows Jemimia was married but no name of husband.  Her last name was Simpson when she died at the age of 32.

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According to the U.S. Census, Gladis Rosella Richie was born in Estanollee, Georgia to Almeta Drake and Styles Richie.  Gladis was born in 1932 and died November 11, 1933 at the age of 1 year old.
 

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Georgia Richie was the 4th child out of 14th children and 3rd girl born to Dennis and Ludella Richie.   Georgia brothers and sisters are Henry, Beatrice, Mary, Styles, Jade, Gemimia, Meggie, William, Bessie, Hubert, Lottie Lou, Alberta, Olivia.

 

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Mary Richie was the 3rd child out of 14th children and 2nd daughter born to Dennis and Ludella Richie.  Mary brothers and sisters are Henry, Beatrice, Georgia, Styles, Jade, Gemimia, Meggie, William, Bessie, Hubert, Lottie Lou, Alberta, Olivia.

 

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Jade Richie was the 6th child out of 14th children and 3rd son born to Dennis and Loudella Richie.   Jade brothers and sisters are Henry, Beatrice, Mary, Georgia, Styles, Gemimia, Meggie, William, Bessie, Hubert, Lottie Lou, Alberta, Olivia. 

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Meggie Richie was the 8th child out of 14th children and 5th girl born to Dennis and Ludella Richie.   Meggie brothers and sisters are Henry, Beatrice, Mary, Georgia, Styles, Jade, Gemimia, William, Bessie, Hubert, Lottie Lou, Alberta, Olivia.