Daniel Worsley Richards, Sr.

BORN: September 10, 1918
DIED: November 3, 2009
LOCATION: Little Rock, AR

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“I want to thank each of the Richard's family for the friendship you showed me. DW was "one of a kind" and I have many memories of our adventures.... Read More » ”
1 of 18 | Posted by: Steven Holmes Irvine, CA

“I first met Dan when he worked for Mr. Barfield in Memphis. We had a great friendship. One time I rode on the back of his motorcycle all the way... Read More » ”
2 of 18 | Posted by: Lem Branch Orange, CA

“To Bubba and the Richards Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I am deeply disappointed that... Read More » ”
3 of 18 | Posted by: Bobby Weeks NLR, AR

“My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time of loss. Needless to say, Dan was a unique individual that touched the lives of many for... Read More » ”
4 of 18 | Posted by: Lloyd McKinley Little Rock AR

“So Sorry to hear of Dan's life.May God be with you and your Family ”
5 of 18 | Posted by: Virginia Sappington Taylor AR

“Ms. Betty and the RIchards family, our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. I have never met a more extraordinary man than D... Read More » ”
6 of 18 | Posted by: Kyle & Janice Edmonson

“We are very saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. ”
7 of 18 | Posted by: Kenneth and Sherri Hawsey AR

“You have my very deepest sympathies. May god be with you. ”
8 of 18 | Posted by: Larry Bagley Jonesborro AR

“Betty and family, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. D.W. was a special friend to all of our family and will be missed, we... Read More » ”
9 of 18 | Posted by: Eddie and Debbie Smith AR

“May God be with you at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. ”
10 of 18 | Posted by: Pat Hively North Little Rock AR

“Ms. Betty, We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. ”
11 of 18 | Posted by: Calvin and Katy Grogan AR

“To the Richards family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I will remember all of the good times I had around Dan. He was a Prince of a man,... Read More » ”
12 of 18 | Posted by: Lynn Davis Sherwood, AR

“Dan was such a dear friend, I consider his entire family as friends. It was a pleasure being in Sunday School with him. My heart goes out to Betty... Read More » ”
13 of 18 | Posted by: Mack Thompson Bryant, AR

“I have the greatest memories running around the shop at night after closing, riding the kick-n-go's, playing nickle slots at the kitchen counter ... Read More » ”
14 of 18 | Posted by: Candy Thurman & Kids Benton AR

“Betty-Bubba Milam called to tell me of the passing of D. W. I was so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and... Read More » ”
15 of 18 | Posted by: Lisa Kosmitis Little Rock AR

“Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. D.W. was a kind man and will be greatly missed. ”
16 of 18 | Posted by: Tammy Barron Bauxite, AR

“To the Richards Family: We are thinking of you and praying for you. I know this is hard times but I know your faith in God is so strong and will... Read More » ”
17 of 18 | Posted by: Louis & Jeannie Huff & Family AR

“Your family has been a part of our lives since our teenage years. We have loved the fun and laughter of your family. All of you are in our... Read More » ”
18 of 18 | Posted by: Tic and Michelle Harrison AR

Daniel Worsley “DW” Richards, Sr., 91, of Little Rock, passed away Nov. 3, 2009 in the comfort of his home. He was born Sept. 10, 1918 in Forrest City to the late Ivan E. and Martha Mae Worsley Richards. He was preceded in death by his brother, Ivan Richards, Jr. of Memphis. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Betty Dawson Richards. He is also survived by his son, Dan W. Richards Jr. of Paron, his daughter Charlotte Detillo of Mississippi, his step-daughter Barbara Ann Cullum of Little Rock, eight grandchildren, along with numerous great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.
He was a veteran of World War II, a successful businessman, a motorcycle enthusiast, a pilot, and a faithful member of Indian Springs Baptist Church in Bryant. He served as Lieutenant in the Army during World War II, piloting various aircraft stateside and overseas. He raced a Harley Davidson motorcycle several times in the Daytona 100- mile beach race, winning the contest in 1955. He went to work in the motorcycle industry in 1936 and later founded what is known today as Richards Honda, becoming the first businessman to sell Honda motorcycles and automobiles in Arkansas. After retiring from the motorcycle business, he moved on to an interest in larger vehicles, building a successful trucking and brokerage firm known today as Rich Logistics. He maintained his passion for piloting throughout his life, owning and flying several small planes.
The family would like to offer our sincerest thanks and gratitude to the wonderful caregivers who helped take care of D.W. in recent months and years. Thank you to Kina Hayes, Kathey Haynie, Kelly Wilson and Jennifer Harris. You were a comfort to D.W. and are a blessing to the entire family.
There will be visitation Thursday from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at North Little Rock Funeral Home, 1921 Main, 758-1170. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday at Indian Springs Baptist Church, Bryant with graveside services at Pinecrest Cemetery. Motorcycles are welcome during the processional to graveside.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the youth group at Indian Springs Baptist Church, P.O. Box 486, Bryant, Arkansas 72089.
Online obituary and guest register at www.nlrfh.com.

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I want to thank each of the Richard's family for the friendship you showed me. DW was "one of a kind" and I have many memories of our adventures. Each generation will leave its legacy in Little rock and beyond. I am sorry for your loss---- Steven Holmes
Posted by: Steven Holmes Irvine, CA November 10, 2009

I first met Dan when he worked for Mr. Barfield in Memphis. We had a great friendship. One time I rode on the back of his motorcycle all the way from California to Memphis without stopping. We had no money and had to bum enough money from a Harley dealer in Oklahoma City to buy bread and bologna. Later, I traveled with him to Little Rock when he opened the shop. We slept on the floor for a month in the office. I was his first employee, a mechanic and raced Harleys. When I joined the Marines, we parted, and years would would often pass before we saw one another. But we remained good friends. Dan continued to visit me in California up into his 70's. He was one of my best friends. Lem Branch
Posted by: Lem Branch Orange, CA November 07, 2009

To Bubba and the Richards Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I am deeply disappointed that I am not able to be there to celebrate his life and accomplishments.
Posted by: Bobby Weeks NLR, AR November 07, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time of loss. Needless to say, Dan was a unique individual that touched the lives of many for a very long time. He was considered a friend of the family before I met him in the early 60's when I was just a young teenager. I have many fond memories of riding my motorcycle to his Harley/Honda shop on Asher and just "hanging around". Dan always made us kids feel welcome. Later I had the privilege of being one of his employees at University Honda and then meeting Bubba upon his return from college. Not many humans get to live a life as full and productive as Dan's. He will be missed but his memory and his impact on the lives of many will live on.
Posted by: Lloyd McKinley Little Rock, AR November 06, 2009

So Sorry to hear of Dan's life.May God be with you and your Family
Posted by: Virginia Sappington Taylor Cabot, AR November 06, 2009

Ms. Betty and the RIchards family, our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. I have never met a more extraordinary man than D.W. We will miss him dearly.
Posted by: Kyle & Janice Edmonson November 06, 2009

We are very saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Posted by: Kenneth and Sherri Hawsey Sherwood, AR November 06, 2009

You have my very deepest sympathies. May god be with you.
Posted by: Larry Bagley Jonesborro, AR November 06, 2009

Betty and family, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. D.W. was a special friend to all of our family and will be missed, we will always have very fond memories of him. Thanks for being great neighbors, we love ya, Eddie and Debbie
Posted by: Eddie and Debbie Smith Bryant, AR November 05, 2009

May God be with you at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Posted by: Pat Hively North Little Rock, AR November 05, 2009

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