Arrick Jarell Richards

July 20, 1980 - February 20, 2022

Arrick Jarell Richards, age 41 of Lewes, DE, passed away tragically on Sunday, February 20, 2022, at Beebe Healthcare, in Lewes, DE. He was born on July 20, 1980, in Hollandale, MS, son of Jan (Richards) Pearson of Anguilla, MS and the late Eddie Pearson. Arrick was a skilled chef and lent his talent to many venues throughout his career. He recently started his own decluttering business and was very proud of its success over the past three years. Arrick was a fan of all sports and coached basketball in the Lewes and Rehoboth Beach areas. He enjoyed fishing, riding his bike on the trails, and all that local coastal living had to offer. He was a gifted music artist, and in his younger years, produced the album “Level One.” Above all, Arrick cherished time spent with his beloved family. He had grand dreams for his children and their futures in college and beyond. Arrick was a loving and devoted husband, son, father, brother, grandfather, and friend. He was loved by many and will be deeply missed by all who had the good fortune to know him. In addition to his mother, Arrick is survived by his wife, Laci Lynn (Orris) Richards; his children: Arrick Richards, Jr., Jarell Tyler Richards, Quardell Steven-Lee Richards, Arristyn Lee Richards, Aadyn Richards, and Arica Tillis; his grandchildren: Piercen Hughes, Alex Jenning, Jayden Tillis, and Kyrie Tillis; his brothers: Le-Kendrick Richards and Brian Richards; and his sister, LaShondra Pearson. A funeral service will be held on Friday, February 25, 2022, at 3:00 PM, at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE, where friends may call beginning at 2:00 PM. Interment will take place on Saturday, March 5, 2022, at St. Paul Cemetery, Anguilla, MS. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions in Arrick’s memory to Families and Friends of Violent Crime Victims, PO Box 1949, Everett, WA 98206. Please sign the virtual guestbook located on the tribute page.