Frederick Nicholas Richards, 48, a loving husband, father, brother and friend of Miami, passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2015. He was born on September 24, 1966, in Georgetown, Guyana, to parents, Frederick P. Richards and Gloria H. Richards. A proud US Army veteran. Frederick loved spending time with his family, enjoyed traveling, loved to shop and knew how to keep his wife happy and proud. He will always be remembered for his good sense of humor, humbleness and great personality but most of all for the love he showed to his family. He is survived by his beloved wife of 6 years, Sabrina Dean Richards; his loving children, Christopher Richards, Sidrena Ruth, Michael Murray, Sikera Murray; father, Frederick P. Richards; his dear brothers, Bill Richards & Francis Miller; sister, Rosetta Richards-Long and her husband, Berris; aunts, Shirley and her husband Roy & Agnes; mother-in-law, Julie Dean; and step-father, Harry Miller. Visitation will be held on Friday, August 7, from 3-9 p.m. with a Tributes of a Lifetime at 7:00 p.m. at Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care, University Drive Chapel. Funeral Service will be on Saturday, August 8, 11:00 a.m. at Jesus Ministries Church, 8700 Miramar Parkway, Miramar, FL. Interment will follow at Hollywood Memorial Gardens Cemetery.
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BoWilliam Ealey (Miami Gardens FL United States)
August 6, 2015, 12:00 am
To the bereaved family. I offer my sincere condolence and may God comfort you in your hour of need.
Jamesha Richardson (Miami FL)
August 6, 2015, 12:00 am
May our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief.
Shanrika L. Oliver (Miami FL United States)
August 6, 2015, 12:00 am
Uncle Freddie, you were one of the most humble and respectable guys I’ve known. It’s unfortunate that we no longer have you here in the physical, but you will always be in our hearts. You made my extended family happy, and for that you will ALWAYS be a hero in my book. Rest on Freddie; you are officially an Angel.
Tiffany Graham (Miami Gardens FL USA)
August 6, 2015, 12:00 am
Mr. Richards I never got a chance to meet you. But I know you were a great man to handle Mrs. Richards… You kept her smiling and traveling. RIP
Steven & Kaprice Brown (Miramar FL)
August 6, 2015, 12:00 am
My prayers are with you & your family that God will give each of you the strength to be strong for one another. God I ask you to have a stronghold on this family. Psalm 119:50, Matthew 5:4
keandra t simmons (miramar FL United States)
August 6, 2015, 12:00 am
With deepest sympathy during your time of bereavement. I pray that God comforts you during this difficult time. You’re in my prayers!
Greg and Racquel White (Miami FL)
August 6, 2015, 12:00 am
To my dear friend Freddy you will truly be missed but never forgotten. To the bereaved family we love you and pray that you will find comfort in the Lord.
Kimmie (Miami FL)
August 6, 2015, 12:00 am
Freddie, it’s still so unreal to believe that you are not here. I only met you once but I’ve known you like forever. The heavens may have taken you but you will forever be missed here on earth. Humble and loving person you are and that we will never forget. My heart is with the Richards and Murray family. God I ask you to comfort this family during this difficult time and that they will lift each other up. Rest in peace Freddie.
Sandra Green & Family (Miami FL Dade)
August 6, 2015, 12:00 am
To the Murray-Richards Family. Our sympathy and prayers are with you and your families.
Veronica Frederick (San Diego CA USA)
August 6, 2015, 12:00 am
God had a role only a special angel can fill and that angel is you, Nicky. I will forever love and miss you. You were not only my cousin but my brother. I was the baby with our grandparents until you came along and I became a big sister, who now had a baby brother to play with. I will forever cherish our time knowing this is not the end, and, we will see each other again. Rest now with your mom, grandpa and grandma and I will see you when it’s my time. Love Always, V
Rose (Hempstead NY United States)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
Nicky, my heart is heavy with your passing but my memories of you were filled with much happiness and will forever be lasting. You were dear and special to me, always on my mind, always together as kids. I love you brother and it hurts to see you go. It’s comforting to know that you will be with mom, gran, and those friends and family we’ve lost and loved. You are one of God’s angels now and will comfort us from up above.
You will forever be in my thoughts and in my heart. I love you Nick.
Your loving sister, Rosie
Berris Long (Hempstead NY United States)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
My brother, you will be missed. Your dash on this planet was one of loving life, making an impact on everyone you touch and making every minute count. You were always traveling and sharing the stories of your travels. You help us to dream of countries we only saw on television or in a magazine.You lived like a king on this world blessing just about everyone you touch. God speed brother we missed you and love you always.
Berris
Konshawnia Kelly (MIAMI FL USA)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
Sgt, Richards
May your heart and soul find peace and comfort during your time of grief.
Kathy Lampkin (Miami FL United states)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
I’m so sorry for your loss; My Prayers go out to you and your family during this time.
Brandon Long (Hempstead NY United States)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
Uncle Nick I will Miss your Gifts,Nice Smile, and funny jokes,But I will never forget how happy you and aunt Sabrina were together,I wish that you could come back.
Your nephew, Brandon
Janet Hind (Hempstead NY Nassau )
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
I am so sorry about the passing of Nicky. May his soul rest in peace. My prayers are with all of you. May the Peace of The Lord be with you.
Janet Hind (Hempstead NY Nassau )
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
I am so sorry about the passing of Nicky. May his soul rest in peace. My prayers are with all of you. May the Peace of The Lord be with you.
Danita Richards (N Massapequa NY USA)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
Father of my Child, you do have lousy timing..I m broken inside because my son is lost at this time..I will have to rely on Rose, Berris and Billy to help him heal.Watch over him, along with Granny, your mother and the rest of the family in heaven. Regardless of what happened between us, I love you for giving me your only child, a beautiful, fascinating , and caring human being..in many respects a carbon copy of you..Too soon to Go, but the Good Lord, had some other plan for you, So fare thee well.
Peter Reynolds (Miami FL USA)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
Best wishes to the Richards family during these trying times. May God shine down his blessings on your family and give you strength.
From the Reynolds family
Michele McFarlane (Elmont NY 11003)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
Nicky,
My dearest cousin. We all take our family for granted, thinking they will always be around and we don’t call each other often, or visit, or say I love you. Always too busy living life, but I do hope you know, I love you and I will miss you. Whenever,I thing of you, I can hear your voice saying “hi Mich” and it makes me sad. Then I think of the times you used to say ” yeah I’m the candy man” and that always makes me laugh a little. Rest peacefully with granny and antie.
Danita Richards (N Massapequa NY USA)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
Father of my Child, you do have lousy timing..I m broken inside because my son is lost at this time..I will have to rely on Rose, Berris and Billy to help him heal.Watch over him, along with Granny, your mother and the rest of the family in heaven. Regardless of what happened between us, I love you for giving me your only child, a beautiful, fascinating , and caring human being..in many respects a carbon copy of you..Too soon to Go, but the Good Lord, had some other plan for you, So fare thee well.
Nadine Cherisol (Miamar FL United States)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
To the Richards-Murray family. I extend my heartfelt sympathy. Wishing you peace and comfort.
Nadine Cherisol
Leon Geant (Huntsville AL USA)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
I fermley promise you that i will meet you by that river on the banks of that beautiful shore where heart will never break nor our lips will never. Quiver rest thou in peace behind the draped certain till then my friend
Rosemarie Narcisse (Miami FL USA)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
Sergeant Sabrina Richards:
Happy memories should keep you going until you meet your second half again. Sincere condolences.
Sandra Dean (Miami FL dade)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
Deepest sympathy may god bless you at this time. R.I.P. Freddy we love but god love you best.
Perschell Johnson (Miami FL)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
Prayers and condolences to the Richards family. May God comfort, strengthen, and keep you today and always.
Tara Riley (Miramar FL United States)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
Sgt. Richarchs,
Sorry for you loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jonathan Kennedy (Atlanta GA)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
Rosetta and family! We wish to offer our deepest condolences on the passing of your loved one! Our prayers go out for you at this time of need.
Blessings
Kerwyn Dixon (Lehigh Acres FL USA)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
With deep sympathy I send my condolences to Mrs. Sabrina “Ma” Richards and the entire family. Ma, I ask that God continues to comfort you and the family in this time of grief.
I remember when I first met Mr. Freddie and Sidrena and I joked around, calling you Stella but the love you all exemplified for each other was pure. I never seen you all lose that spark for one another.
Mr. Freddie was a good man and he blended right in with the family. He was a little more reserved but he showed love, a kind heart, and knew how to have genuine fun. He leaves behind memories and laughter that will never be forgotten.
“Weeping may endure for a night but JOY cometh in the morning.”
Psalm 30:5
Love and Sincerity
Michelle Cross (Hollywood FL United States )
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
My condolences to the Richards family near and far. Loosing a family member is never easy however gaining an angel eases the pain. Mr. Freddie lived a full life of travel and explored the world so let’s celebrate his life.
Lorraine Goulbourne (Miami FL USA)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
Sabrina, I pray that god strengthen and give you grace to endure, through these trying times. We love you!
Lorraine and Family
Agnes Smith (South Ozone Park NY United States)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
Nicholas, we love you, auntie is very sad. We all will miss you on Earth. God be with you until we meet again. Rest in Peace, Let your soul be at peace with the angels, your mother, and grandparents. Peace.
Doris Quevedo (Miami Beach FL United States)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
My heart is with you in this time of sorrow, don’t forget to lean on your family for strength, and please remember how much people care about you.
Rabiyyah Terborg (Columbia SC United States)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
Nicky, my childhood friend, and brother of my best friend Rosetta. You will always remain a living spirit in my heart. You were a phenominal athlete and you used to put everyone to shame on the handball court. May God grant your grave spacious and peaceful during your period of rest. I pray that all the love surrounding you bless your soul. My best wishes and condolences to the Richards family for your loss.
Waveney Holmes (Kearny NJ USA)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
Christopher and the rest of the Richards Family my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time in the lost of your DAD and loved one. May the Peace and Love of God comfort you.
Vernesha Johnson (Miramar FL USA)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
Sgt Richards,
My heart goes out to you and your family at this difficult time. Just remember you are not alone your babies are here for you.
Ruby Wilkins-McArthur (Pembroke Pines FL United States )
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
Ma Brina..
With Heartful Sympathy, I’m praying that your heart be filled by loving thoughts that are left with you.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal but love leaves a memory no can steal.
Remember trust the lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him and he shall direct your path. Proverb 3:5-6
I love you dearly
Albis Danilo Medina (La Romana Dominican Republic )
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
My dear and beloved friend.You will be sorely missed. It seems like yesterday we studied dominated the handball courts back in JHS 109 and all of Queens, New York. I will miss you my friend…May God grant His consolation to your beloved family in the manner that only He can. Till we meet again my brother…Till we meet again in Glory with Christ Jesus. I love you.
Frederick P. Richards (jamaica NY)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
Frederick Jr. I will always love you. Your loving father. Frederick Sr.
Karimah Terborg (Charlotte NC USA)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
Dearest brother Nicky rest in peace, rest with your dearest Lord. Amen sending love to you and your family.
SONIA SMITH (queens NY u)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
Dearest Nicholas,your time on earth was far too short.May you rest in peace in the arms of the Lord.You will always be loved and missed.Cousin Sonia.
Sandra Smith (London - Other - England , U.K)
August 7, 2015, 12:00 am
Rest in peace my dear cousin. You will be united with your mum,, grandma , grandpa and uncle Edward and all our other family. May the Angels watch over you , till we meet again. Memories are a good thing and even though we haven’t seen each other a lot lately . I remember when we were young as kids being a very close family . I don’t know why God decide to take you now. But he has is own reason . I will always cherish our times together as cousins. God be with you till we meet again. May the bells ring and the trumpet sing in rejoice for another angel has join heaven. Take care lNicholas. Love you xx
Darlene Jones (Miramar FL United States)
August 8, 2015, 12:00 am
Richards Family,
May God continue to bless you all in this time of bereavement. Team Freddie stay strong and remember God will keep you in the mist of it all. I know it’s very hard being here on earth without Freddie in flesh, just remember
he will always remain in spirit while continuing his husband and fatherly duties by shining his light down on you all everyday. Sabrina keep shining your light on your husband and continue to put that wonderful
smile on his face for he will continue to do the same for you. Sadrina, Chris, Mike, and Sakira may god bless you all for you may not have your wonderful father here in flesh but he will always remain in spirit to watch over his children. God bless!
Michele McFarlane (Elmont NY)
August 8, 2015, 12:00 am
Eternal rest cousin
Shirley Hammond (Elmont NY)
August 8, 2015, 12:00 am
Rest peacefully nephew
Nichola Hammond (Valley Stream NY)
August 8, 2015, 12:00 am
Good bye cousin. Rest in peace
Bernadette Lewis (London - Other - United Kingdom)
August 8, 2015, 12:00 am
My dearest and oldest cousin Nicky, your untimely death has come upon us suddenly and unexpectedly and overwhelmed us with grief. I’m still in shock hoping someone will pinch me and say stop dreaming woman, Nicky is still alive and kicking. But in reality I know that will never happen. You’re gone but will never be forgotten. You will forever live on in our hearts and our thoughts. The only consolation I have is knowing you’re up there in heaven with the angels alongside your mum, gran and grandpa. May your soul rest in peace. Love you always.
Cousin Bernie.
AC Anita M Najiy (Miami FL USA)
August 8, 2015, 12:00 am
To Sabrina Murray Richards and the Richards family –
People come into your life for a reason, a season or a lifetime. I think Mr. Frederick was here for a reason….
When someone is in your life for a REASON,
it is usually to meet a need you have expressed.
They have come to assist you through a difficulty; to provide you with guidance and support; to aid you physically, emotionally or spiritually.
They may seem like a GODsend and they are.
They are there for the reason you need them to be. Then, without any wrongdoing on your part or at an inconvenient time, this person will say or do something to bring the relationship to an end.
Sometimes they die. Sometimes they walk away. Sometimes they act up and force you to take a stand.
What we must realize is that our need has been met, our desire fulfilled; their work is done.
The prayer you sent up has been answered and now it is time to move on.
Mr. Frederick lived life, so learn from his lessons – live your life.
Kate (Hopkinsville KY USA)
August 9, 2015, 12:00 am
My thoughts are with all family and friends of Fred… A loss is a loss and the hurt we feel can be felt in many different ways. We all leave a mark in this world, and when we leave this world the impression, the mark etc will remain, as will Fred,s memory.
He will always remain a loving memory in all of our hearts RIP in the loving arms of The Lord Freddy
Michael Smith (London FL England)
August 9, 2015, 12:00 am
Gone too soon Cousin.
Born of the sun, we traveled a short while toward the sun.
Where there were seasons and sky. Where there were monuments.
Like a single engine plane in a July haze. . . .
RIP Star
SONIA SMITH (NY United States)
August 9, 2015, 12:00 am
Cousin Nicholas you’ve departed from this world far too soon.We thought about you with love today but that is nothing new.We thought about you yesterday and days before that too.We think of you in silence and often speak your name.Now all we have is memories and these memories become our treasures.I know that you’re at peace with your mom, granny and the rest of our love ones.You’re greatly missed and love my dear cousin.
Roger Jackson (Miami Beach FL United States)
August 9, 2015, 12:00 am
To the Richards family,
May God be with you during these trying times. Just know he is watching over you all!
Roger Jackson
Roger Jackson (Miami Beach FL United States)
August 9, 2015, 12:00 am
To the Richards family,
May God be with you during these trying times. Just know he is watching over you all!
Roger Jackson