Dale M. Richards

Dale Michael Richards (1942 - 2024) passed away on November 16th peacefully at the home he built after a short but fierce battle with cancer. He was surrounded by family and friends and left this world to reunite with his wife Elizabeth E. Richards (1945-2021), the love of his life. He is survived by three children, Lindsay S. Richards, Ian W. Richards and Carrie A. Richards; as well as his sister Roberta Brown and many other loved cousins, nieces, nephews, friends and of course his dog Boris. Dale was born to Robert W. Richards and Pearl A. Kahler on January 7th, 1942, in Columbia PA. He spent his childhood in Pennsylvania and after his mothers passing as a teenager he was a step-son to Alma May Michal Richards whom he always considered a second mother. He went on to proudly join the Army from 1962 - 1965 which gave him an enormous amount of pride throughout his life. After discharge he spent time in Massachusetts before joining the Wedlin Ski club which brought him to the Mount Washington Valley where he met his Wife Elizabeth Richards. They were married in 1971 and began building their home two years later. Dale became one of the valley's small business owners (and local beer expert) when he opened Glen Beverage in 1995. The business is still going strong as we approach its 30 year anniversary. Dale loved his family, friends and this community deeply. He could always be counted on for support or a witty remark. He was a loving husband, father and friend to all who knew him. His presence will be missed deeply. The Richards family invites the community and all who knew Dale to join us at graveside service at 2:00pm on Sunday November 24th at the Glen Cemetery. Followed by a celebration of life at The Eagle Mountain House in Jackson from 3:00pm - 6:00pm. Please be aware that the service is outside so dress accordingly. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Jen’s Friends (jensfriends.org) or a charity of your choice, in his memory. The Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway, N.H., is in charge of arrangements.