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Celebrating the life of

Kenneth R. Richbourg

May 05, 1942 - December 28, 2019

Kenneth R. Richbourg

Kenneth R. Richbourg, 77, of Savannah, GA died Saturday, December 28, 2019.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Moses and Blanche Richbourg and grandson, Kenneth Blake Richbourg.  Surviving are his wife of 56 years, Jeanette Richbourg; daughter Dawn Hite (Dean) of Calhoun, GA; son Jeff Richbourg (Laura Mulens and her son Alex Mulens) of Jupiter, FL; daughter-in-law, Sarah Richbourg of Savannah, GA.  Grandchildren, Madeline Swafford (Hutch) of Calhoun, GA; Rebecca Hite of Calhoun, GA; and David Richbourg of Savannah, GA.

Mr. Richbourg is also survived by brothers, Donald Richbourg, Floyd Richbourg, and Calvin Richbourg, sister, Gwen Fowler, their spouses, as well as, sisters-in-law Marilyn Burnam, Kathleen Pye, Pat Bennett and brother-in-law Les Bennett and nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Mr. Richbourg served in the U.S. Navy from 1959 – 1963 aboard the USS Midway.  Following his military service, he began a lifelong career in the heavy equipment business.  He was owner and president of Southeastern Machinery in Savannah, GA and Grove River Machinery in Richmond Hill, GA.  He was an active member of Richmond Hill Church of Christ.

The family will receive visitors Friday, January 3, 2019 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel at 7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive, Savannah, GA 31406.  The funeral service will be held Saturday January 4, 2019 at 1:00 PM at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.  Interment will follow at Greenwich Cemetery.

Flowers are appreciated, however memorial gifts may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, als.org and Mt. Dora Children’s Home, 301 W. 13th Ave., Mt. Dora, FL 32757, mdchome.org.

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We were so sorry to hear about Ken. We thought a lot of him and all of his family. Had good times years ago at our house for the low country boils. He will be missed. Many prayers to all of you. Love, Sharon and Robert Redding

- Redding, Savannah, GA

We were so sorry to hear about Ken. We thought a lot of him and all of his family. Had good times years ago at our house for the low country boils. He will be missed. Many prayers to all of you. Love, Sharon and Robert Redding

- Redding, Savannah, GA

My most sincere condolences to the family and friends of Ken Richbourg. He and I became friends and business associates in the early 80’s , and that relationship continued throughout his life. He has been a special person to me, and will be missed.

- Cash Rhodes, Savannah, GA

I am so sorry to hear about Ken. He always meant a lot to my family. He was a good friend to my father Harold Davis and was one of his pall bearers. I personally thought a lot of Ken. God bless you. DONNA KERSEY

- Donna Kersey, Pooler, Georgia

Dear Jeanette, Dawn and Dean, Jeff and Laura, Sarah and David, Madeline, and Rebecca, We are hurting for you and with you in your loss of Ken. Uncle Ken was a fun and laid back guy, generous and hospitable. I always enjoyed being around him, even though our times together were few and far between. We will miss him at Berry reunions. I can’t even imagine how much you will miss him. We are praying that God will surround you with his comfort and remind you of all the best memories. Hugs from the Fariss bunch, Sherry and Yancy

- Sherry Fariss, Dallas, Texas

We are so sad about the loss of Ken. We always enjoyed talking with Ken over the years. He was always so kind to every member of our family. We love Jeanette and Ken and if there is anything either of us can do please let us know. In Christian Love, Eddie and Susan Butler

- Eddie and Susan Butler , Richmond Hill , Ga

The boys and all send love and prayers to Jeannette and all the Richburg’s. Life was fun in Quincy and we all grew up together. Heck, the grown ups were still kids with babies back then. We’ve stayed in touch and loved our memories. Ken was a good Christian man and friend. I loved his stories about meeting J and being a long way from home. There was so much love in their house in Quincy, Richmond Hill and Savannah. Rest well my friend.

- The Futch Family, Mt. Pleasant, SC

What a great loss to a big bunch of people. Wonderful man to know. As fans of AirCraft Carriers, which he's served on, we had plans to go see the movie "Midway" as soon as he got better. Sad it never happened. And on Sunday morning services, Ken was simply the best in giving the announcements. Will be missed so much. Look forward to seeing him again post resurrection. Peace

- James Cordero, Richmond Hill, Georgia

Sympathy to the family.

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I am so sorry for your loss. Ken was a great christian man and David and I will miss him dearly. All our love to Jeanette and family. We are here for you. Love David an Joanne Koeberlin

- Joanne koeberlin, Midway, Ga

Ken will be missed by every member of my family. He had a profound effect on all of us, and his loss will be deeply felt. I'm so very glad we were neighbors and friends.

- Andrea Domanski, Savannah, GA

So Sorry to hear of Mr. Ken's passing. All of us here at A.D. Williams Const. extend our deepest sympathy to his family. He was a good man and friend. Jimmy Williams

- Jimmy Williams, Savannah, Ga

I am so sorry to hear about Ken. He was a good man. I always enjoyed speaking and joking with Ken. He was very thoughtful, sincere and a lot of fun. I will miss Ken. Our family will be praying for Jeanette and the family.

- Sincerely Brendan and Erin Farrell, Goode, VA

Uncle Ken we will miss you dearly. God please bless and be with Aunt Net, Dawn, Jeff and his 3 grandchildren. RIP Uncle Ken..

- David & Donna Richbourg-Rhodes , Gaston, SC

So sorry to hear this Ken was a good man we will be praying for his love ones.

- Johnny and Melissa Padgett, Eden, Ga

SORRY FOR OUR LOSS, WILL BE MISSED BY ALL, SPENT MANY GOOD TIMES TOGATHER, GODBLESS

- TONY UHRIG, SAVANNAH, GA

A true friend to be missed

- William Logan. Sr, Chapel Hill, NC

I am so sorry to hear of Kenny passing. Praying for everyone during this time of sorrow. We rode the same school bus to school. Floyd and I finished together. I know everyone will miss him.

- Roy Glover, Gaston, SC

We send our most sincere condolences.

- Kelly Family, Gainesville, FL

Lola & Calvin Richbourg: In this time of great sorrow, I send you peace, hope, & sweet memories of your moments with Kenneth & wishes for better times ahead.

- Jenny Barrows (Williamson), MONTOUR FALLS, NY

We were so sorry to hear about Ken. We thought a lot of him and all of his family. Had good times years ago at our house for the low country boils. He will be missed. Many prayers to all of you. Love, Sharon and Robert Redding

- Redding, Savannah, GA

We were so sorry to hear about Ken. We thought a lot of him and all of his family. Had good times years ago at our house for the low country boils. He will be missed. Many prayers to all of you. Love, Sharon and Robert Redding

- Redding, Savannah, GA

My most sincere condolences to the family and friends of Ken Richbourg. He and I became friends and business associates in the early 80’s , and that relationship continued throughout his life. He has been a special person to me, and will be missed.

- Cash Rhodes, Savannah, GA

I am so sorry to hear about Ken. He always meant a lot to my family. He was a good friend to my father Harold Davis and was one of his pall bearers. I personally thought a lot of Ken. God bless you. DONNA KERSEY

- Donna Kersey, Pooler, Georgia

Dear Jeanette, Dawn and Dean, Jeff and Laura, Sarah and David, Madeline, and Rebecca, We are hurting for you and with you in your loss of Ken. Uncle Ken was a fun and laid back guy, generous and hospitable. I always enjoyed being around him, even though our times together were few and far between. We will miss him at Berry reunions. I can’t even imagine how much you will miss him. We are praying that God will surround you with his comfort and remind you of all the best memories. Hugs from the Fariss bunch, Sherry and Yancy

- Sherry Fariss, Dallas, Texas

We are so sad about the loss of Ken. We always enjoyed talking with Ken over the years. He was always so kind to every member of our family. We love Jeanette and Ken and if there is anything either of us can do please let us know. In Christian Love, Eddie and Susan Butler

- Eddie and Susan Butler , Richmond Hill , Ga

The boys and all send love and prayers to Jeannette and all the Richburg’s. Life was fun in Quincy and we all grew up together. Heck, the grown ups were still kids with babies back then. We’ve stayed in touch and loved our memories. Ken was a good Christian man and friend. I loved his stories about meeting J and being a long way from home. There was so much love in their house in Quincy, Richmond Hill and Savannah. Rest well my friend.

- The Futch Family, Mt. Pleasant, SC

What a great loss to a big bunch of people. Wonderful man to know. As fans of AirCraft Carriers, which he's served on, we had plans to go see the movie "Midway" as soon as he got better. Sad it never happened. And on Sunday morning services, Ken was simply the best in giving the announcements. Will be missed so much. Look forward to seeing him again post resurrection. Peace

- James Cordero, Richmond Hill, Georgia

Sympathy to the family.

- , ,

I am so sorry for your loss. Ken was a great christian man and David and I will miss him dearly. All our love to Jeanette and family. We are here for you. Love David an Joanne Koeberlin

- Joanne koeberlin, Midway, Ga

Ken will be missed by every member of my family. He had a profound effect on all of us, and his loss will be deeply felt. I'm so very glad we were neighbors and friends.

- Andrea Domanski, Savannah, GA

So Sorry to hear of Mr. Ken's passing. All of us here at A.D. Williams Const. extend our deepest sympathy to his family. He was a good man and friend. Jimmy Williams

- Jimmy Williams, Savannah, Ga

I am so sorry to hear about Ken. He was a good man. I always enjoyed speaking and joking with Ken. He was very thoughtful, sincere and a lot of fun. I will miss Ken. Our family will be praying for Jeanette and the family.

- Sincerely Brendan and Erin Farrell, Goode, VA

Uncle Ken we will miss you dearly. God please bless and be with Aunt Net, Dawn, Jeff and his 3 grandchildren. RIP Uncle Ken..

- David & Donna Richbourg-Rhodes , Gaston, SC

So sorry to hear this Ken was a good man we will be praying for his love ones.

- Johnny and Melissa Padgett, Eden, Ga

SORRY FOR OUR LOSS, WILL BE MISSED BY ALL, SPENT MANY GOOD TIMES TOGATHER, GODBLESS

- TONY UHRIG, SAVANNAH, GA

A true friend to be missed

- William Logan. Sr, Chapel Hill, NC

I am so sorry to hear of Kenny passing. Praying for everyone during this time of sorrow. We rode the same school bus to school. Floyd and I finished together. I know everyone will miss him.

- Roy Glover, Gaston, SC

We send our most sincere condolences.

- Kelly Family, Gainesville, FL

Lola & Calvin Richbourg: In this time of great sorrow, I send you peace, hope, & sweet memories of your moments with Kenneth & wishes for better times ahead.

- Jenny Barrows (Williamson), MONTOUR FALLS, NY

Services under the direction of:

Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200