John Calvin Rich

John Calvin Rich, 80, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026, at Hampton Regional Hospital in Varnville, South Carolina.

Born on October 4, 1945, in Collins to the late Rochell and Josephine Callaway Rich, John graduated from Collins High School in 1963. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for eight years, with duty stations in Texas, Mississippi, Alaska, and Iran. After his military service, he built a successful career in the technology industry with IBM and Intel, where he was known for his dedication, strong work ethic, and commitment to excellence.

In addition to his parents, John was predeceased by his wife, Lanell Richardson, who passed in October 2025; his brothers, Harry, Rochell Jr., and Grady; nephews Robert and Timothy Rich; niece Donna Evans; brother-in-law Leslie Drake; and sister-in-law Mary Price Rich.

He is survived by his sons, Dr. Terry Rich (Erinn) of Pasadena, California, Michael Rich of New York, and Jeffrey Rich of Los Angeles, California; stepson Ronnie Richardson (Annette) of Port Charlotte, Florida; grandsons Sean, Joey, and Cody; two great-grandchildren; brother Louis E. Rich (Grace) of Milton, Florida; sisters Frankie Drake of Savannah, Georgia, and Martha Smith (Ben) of Greensboro, North Carolina; sisters-in-law June Rich and Connie Rich; and many nieces and nephews. John will be deeply missed by his family and all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Lanell Knight Richardson, 82, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025, at Brightmoor Hospice House in Macon, Georgia.

Born on November 13, 1942, in Rentz to the late Menzo and LouOla Lavender Knight, Lanell graduated from Savannah High School in 1960. She went on to enjoy a fulfilling 35-year career with Southern Bell Telephone Company.

In addition to her parents, Lanell was predeceased by her first husband, Joe Richardson; her brothers, Kenneth and Perryman; her sisters, Patricia, Edith, and Daris; and brothers-in-law Harry, Rochell Jr., Grady Rich, and Leslie Drake.

She is survived by her husband, John Rich of Warner Robins; her son, Ronnie Richardson (Annette) of Port Charlotte, Florida; grandsons Joey (Michelle) Richardson of Fort Bragg, North Carolina, and Cody Richardson of Port Charlotte, Florida; two great-grandchildren; step-sons Dr. Terry Rich (Erinn) of Pasadena, California, Michael Rich of New York, and Jeffrey Rich of Los Angeles, California; and many nieces and nephews. Her sweet spirit will be greatly missed.

At their request, there will be no formal service. Both John and Lanell will be laid to rest at Anderson Church Cemetery.