Deborah Richards

Deborah Lynn Richards, 60, of Bristol, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, September 30, 2020. Deborah was raised in Shady Valley and spent most of her life in Bristol, Tennessee. She loved to garden but spent most of her time sewing and canning food. Deborah was a huge UT fan and loved animals dearly. She was known for her decorations on every holiday. Deborah loved her family more than anything and they were her biggest priority. She is preceded in death by her parents Fred and Faye Sluder; her oldest daughter Nikki Herman; and 4 brothers. She is survived by her life companion Chris Cox; her son Alex Richards; two daughters Krissten Vanfossen and Kameron Cox; five grandchildren; one great grandchild; 4 brothers; and 2 sisters. There will be a private service for family and close friends announced at a later date. Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the Richards family.