hmmm well didnt he graduate from jackson State University or was it Roosevelt(masters maybe)maybe their alumni association can assist us with tracking him down.
Not wanting to add to the mayhem, I opted not to say anything. However, I asked Mrs. Parker (now-retired, principal's assistant) and she told me that she would check with some people to double check. I told her that we were trying to find out because many of us heard rumors on his passing. As soon as I can get some firm details, I'll post.
I was able to confirm that Mr. Richards is alive & well. Mrs. Parker told me today. I asked her if she could get some contact information because some former students are looking for him. She said she would. As soon as I get some more additional information, I will post.
Thank you Tiffany for investigating and finding an anwser. I'm very happy to hear the positive news. Also thank you Nicole for the additional information. I hope we can get Mr. Richards to come to the class of 89 reunion. I want to tell him about my time at Lane College.
FYI, James Richards is alive!! He's my GodFather. He still lives on the So. Side of Chicago, near CVS. He left Kenwood in 1993 ( I think) and spent a brief stint at So Shore HS. He suffered some medical probs but is still pretty fiesty! I will let him know former students are looking to get in touch! Once I get the ok, I'll post his info.