Idella Edna “Boots” Richey

Neidhard Minges Funeral Home is assisting the Family

Obituary via Neidhard Minges Funeral Home

Richey, Idella E. “Boots” (nee Pearce)- Beloved wife of the late William J. Richey. Loving mother of the late Dean Laswell, and still surviving, Keith (Karen) Richey and William Richey. Mother in law of Kathy Richey and Diane (Dan) Aseere. Devoted grandma of 4 grandchildren including Amanda Laswell & Kyle (Brandy) Richey, and 3 great grandchildren, Harper & Henry Richey & Preston Laswell. Dear sister of the late Blanche Emery-Brill. Passed away December 8, 2024 at the age of 96.

Boots cherished her neighbors on Boudinot Avenue and loved the 40 years she spent with them. She also loved her dogs, but above all else, her family meant the world to her and they will miss her dearly.

Visitation will be held on Friday, December 13, 2024 from 10 AM until time of funeral service at 11 AM at Neidhard-Minges Funeral Home, 3155 Harrison Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45211. Burial will follow in Arlington Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to Epilepsy Foundation Ohio, 120 W 2nd St., Suite 425, Dayton, OH 45402 or the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 42217, Cincinnati, OH 45242