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Earnest A. Richters

February 19, 1918 - April 15, 2009
Service
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Saturday 4/18, 2:00 pm
Westbrook Church of Christ
Friday 4/17, 4:13 pm
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705

Earnest A. "Ernie" Richters, 91, of Coahoma, died on Wednesday, April 15, 2009, at his residence. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, April 18, 2009 at the First Baptist Church of Coahoma with Rev. Monroe Teeters, officiating and Rev. Guy White assisting. Interment will follow at Mt. Olive Memorial Park in Big Spring. The family will receive friends from 6 PM to 8 PM Friday at the First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall in Coahoma. He was born on February 19, 1918, in Saltillo, Texas and married Lucille Arnett on January 20, 1939 in Midland, Texas. She preceded him in death on March 18, 2005.Earnest served his country in the United States Army during World War ll. He was a deacon of deacons serving over 50 years. He was a big supporter and encourager of Coahoma Athletics. He was a true servant of God, and was fun loving and a great father. He served as Mayor of Coahoma and was a member of the Lions Club. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Coahoma. Survivors include three daughters and sons-in-law, Veta and Billy Spears of Coahoma, Shirlene and John Topping of San Antonio and Linda and R.L. Coates of Coahoma; three sons and daughters-in-law, Dewayne and Alice Richters of Alvarado, Dean and Kathy Richters of Coahoma and Don and Susie Richters of Eldorado; 16 grandsons, 7 granddaughters, 53 great grandchildren, 9 great great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends. He was also preceded in death by two daughters, Ginger Darden- Davis and Madeline Foster Raney; one brother and two sisters. The family suggests memorials be made to the missions fund of your local church. Arrangements under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Big Spring. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com,

Service
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Map
Saturday 4/18, 2:00 pm
Westbrook Church of Christ
Friday 4/17, 4:13 pm
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
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Earnest A. "Ernie" Richters, 91, of Coahoma, died on Wednesday, April 15, 2009, at his residence. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, April 18, 2009 at the First Baptist Church of Coahoma with Rev. Monroe Teeters, officiating and Rev. Guy White assisting. Interment will follow at Mt. Olive Memorial Park in BigContinue Reading

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Patrick O'Daniel left a message on May 23, 2009:
I'm sorry to hear of Mr. Richters passing. My prayers go out to our awesome God for the entire family and the many friends of the family. Patrick O'Daniel
Nancy Hodnett Graves left a message on April 21, 2009:
Dear Friends, I just learned of your father's death. He and your mom were wonderful people. The lives your father touched were enriched by having known him. May God continue to bring all of you strength with your many many fond memories. You will always be special. Love and God Bless.
Don and Pat Allen left a message on April 18, 2009:
Our sympathy and prayers are with you. Ernie has been a friend for about 60 years. We will miss him.
Eddie Vela left a message on April 17, 2009:
I wish to express my heartfelt sorrow to the Richter family. Eddie Vela Eddie's Barber Shop Coahoma, Tx.
Lester and Jayne Titsworth left a message on April 17, 2009:
To all the Richters clan Jayne and I are sorry to about your loss. You all are great people and that is a tribute to the way your parents raised you. E. A. will be missed dearly. Lester and Jayne
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Mary Smith Seay left a message on April 17, 2009:
Dear Shirlene, So sorry to hear of your loss. I have wondered about you many times. I hope you are doing well. Would love to see you sometime. Mary Smith Seay
Bettye Burton-Medcalf left a message on April 17, 2009:
Some of the best days of my life were working for Lucille and Earnest at the little store across from the school. Great Family and great friends. My condolences to the family.
Terry & Barry Butts left a message on April 17, 2009:
Uncle Ernest was a very special person and he will be sorely missed. He left a lasting impression on our kids at the Arnett Family Reunions. We send our love to the family and we are planning to be at the funeral tomorrow. Hugs to all, Terry & Barry
Jan and Elaine East left a message on April 16, 2009:
Linda, Veta and all the rest, You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this time, we truly understand your loss. Your dad was a bright spot in our lives for so many years and there was always so much good natured "ribbing" when Forsan and Coahoma played ball. He always knew when you needed a an extra pick-me-up and always succeeded in doing so. He will be missed by all who had the priviledge of knowing him. Jan and Elaine
Mark McMillan left a message on April 16, 2009:
The word "godly" probably best describes Mr. Richters. His consistent Christian witness has impacted countless lives that have been privileged to make his acquaintance --- mine included. His legacy will live on forever because he lived life not for himself, but for others, just like our Lord said its supposed to be lived. What a wonderful Christian gentleman!
Ken and Shyrlene Gregory left a message on April 16, 2009:
Dearest Linda Ken and I were so sorry to hear about your Daddy. You and the other kids will be in our hearts and prayers. So very sorry. Love Ken and Shyrlene
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory left a message:
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