April 7, 1927 – February 25, 2012
Eva Nell Richey, age 84, of Anderson, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 25, 2012, at the Countryside Village in Easley with family at her side. Born in Anderson, she was a daughter of the late James Victor Hugo and the late Florrie Ann Stamps Smith. She was married for 49 years to the late Jerry M. Richey. Mrs. Richey was of the Baptist faith.
Survivors include 2 sons: Terry Richey (Vivian) and Tony Richey (Melody), both of Anderson; a brother, Joe Smith of Anderson and a sister, Dorothy Alverson (Cecil) of Pelzer. Eva Nell is also survived by 6 grandchildren: Alissa, Allyson, Katie, Anthony, Alex and Amanda; 5 great-grandchildren: Ethan, Sydney, Emerson, Cooper and Hogan.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was predeceased by brothers: Richard, Delvin, Charlie, Ralph, and J. V. Smith; sisters: Reba Smith, Flora Smith, Gussie Williams, Verbie Finley, and Cleo Jackson.
A Graveside Service celebrating the life of Mrs. Richey will be held Monday, February 27, 2012, at 3 PM, at the New Silver Brook Cemetery in Anderson, with Rev. C. W. Hicks, Jr. officiating. The family will fellowship with friends and family following the service. The family will be at the residence of Tony and Melody Richey.
Memorial contributions in memory of Mrs. Richey may be made to Southern Care, 6000 Pelham Road, Suite B, Greenville, SC 29615.
A message of condolence may be sent by visiting www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com.