Passed away peacefully, at home holding his wife’s hand on April 11, 2019 at the age of 55. Ty was born in Oshkosh and moved to Milwaukee in his youth. Ty was an avid motorcyclist and fisherman. Ty was a member of the Sober Bikers United. Ty was an amazing man, fantastic husband, and very proud of the fact that he would have celebrated 8 years of sobriety on April 14th. Ty met Lisa in September of 1977 and they were married August 14 2016. He will be dearly missed by many.

Ty is survived by his loving wife Lisa; his children Naomi, Josh, Justin, JJ, and Jerrod, his parents Steven and Donna Richards, his siblings Donna, Tina, Nick, and Travis; sister-in-law Michelle, and his dear friends Brian, Ray and Dave. Further survived by nieces, nephews, numerous friends, and SBU members.

Ty is preceded in death by his birth parents.

Visitation will be held at Wichmann Funeral Home Tri County Chapel, 1592 S. Oneida Street, on Tuesday, April 16th 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Ty will be laid to rest at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund is being established in Ty’s name. NO TIES allowed.