Birth: May 1, 1938
Death: October 17, 2026
Jimmy Bruce “Jim” Richards OBITUARY
Jimmy Bruce “Jim” Richards OBITUARY
May 1, 1938 – October 17, 2026, Jimmy Bruce Richards, affectionately known as “Jim,” age 88, of Virginia Beach, Virginia, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2026, at Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina. Born on May 1, 1938, in Durham, North Carolina, Jim was the son of Jarvis James (J.J.) Murray, Sr. and Dorothy Marie Richards. Jim spent much of his life in the Tidewater region of Virginia, where he raised his family before relocating to Richmond. He enjoyed a career spanning more than 25 years with Henkels & McCoy, working as a corrosion engineer. Following his retirement, Jim returned to Virginia Beach to be closer to family. Throughout his life, Jim found happiness in the simple things: time spent with family and friends, fishing, music, and his passion for genealogy. He valued the stories and connections that bind generations together and took great interest in preserving his family’s history. Above all, Jim will be remembered for his generous heart and unwavering willingness to help others. Whether a friend needed a helping hand or a family membe...