James Allen Richards, 85, of Slidell, Louisiana, passed away on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, in Slidell.

Jim was born August 27, 1937, in Nashville, Illinois, to Leonard and Martha Richards.

He was preceded in death by a sister, Lola Schroer.

Jim is survived by wife of 33 years, Joan Bassemier; three children, Gina Chironis (Jeff), Jeff Richards (Olivia), Julia Walsh (John); seven grandchildren, Katie Grossman, Alex Chironis, Emily Richards, James Daniel Richards, Samantha Richards, Matthew Walsh, David Walsh, two great-grandchildren, Fiona Grossman, Jakob Richards; sister, Carol Sprehe; nieces, nephews, and other relatives.