Obituary of Stephen Charles Richer

Stephen C. Richer, 65, of Niles, passed away at his residence on Thursday, April 8, 2021, suddenly, of natural causes. He was born on July 8, 1955, in Niles to the late Charles M. and Mary V. (Smith) Richer. Stephen graduate from Cassopolis High School, class of 1973. He worked for many years in the RV Industry prior to his retirement. On September 23, 1988, he married Hazel McGraw at a ceremony in Sumnerville. He was an active member of the Moose Lodge #978 in Niles where he held every office, receiving his fellowship in 2001. Stephen enjoyed time on the golf course, watching NASCAR and a sports enthusiast, cheering for the Detroit Lions and the University of Michigan. One of Stephen’s final days was spent doing what he looked forward to, working on his yard. Stephen is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Hazel Richer, and a sister, Dawn Miltenberger. He is survived by his siblings, Charles M. Richer II of Elkhart, Cindy Sumner of Niles and Tina Meehling of Kalamazoo; his step-mother, Peggy Richer of Niles; Several nieces and nephews; Step-brothers, Ed Dettling of Webberville, Michigan and Michael Dettling of Kentucky; step-sisters, Kathy (Donnie) Batman and Karen Dettling, all of Niles; as well as Hazel’s children and grandchildren. Stephen’s family will gather to celebrate his life at Moose Lodge #978, 2277 N. 5th Street, Niles, Michigan on Saturday, April 24, 2021, at 1 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made in Stephen’s memory to Moose Lodge #978, 2277 N 5th Street, Niles, Michigan 49120.