LYNDON, Kan. – Andrew Thomas Richards, 20, of Lyndon, Kan., passed away Sept. 28, 2025 in Olathe, Kan. Andrew, affectionately known as Andy, was born July 14, 2005, to Marion Richards and Micki Richards.
He spent much of his childhood in Lebo, Kan., before moving to Lyndon, where he graduated from Lyndon High School in 2024.
Known for his big heart, goofy sense of humor, and unshakable love for biscuits and gravy, Andrew brought laughter and light wherever he went. Andrew loved sports and proudly played football, basketball, and baseball.After high school, Andrew attended Washburn University and studied criminal justice. He embraced life with his trademark energy. He enjoyed cheering on the Chiefs, ding-dong ditching with friends, and never passed up a good pool day.
Andrew had a special gift for making people smile, often by being just a little too funny, a little too loud, and always 100 percent genuine. He considered his greatest accomplishment to be the love and support he received from so many people throughout his life. Among those he cherished most was his Aunt Tonya, whose care and love meant the world to him.
Those who knew Andrew will remember not only the laughs but the love. Andrew’s presence was a gift, and his memory will forever be cherished by all who were lucky enough to know him.
Andrew is survived by his girlfriend, Emma Clements, of Topeka, Kan.; aunt, Tonya Combes (Jimmy), Lebo; mother, Micki Richards (Ed), Overbrook, Kan.; father, Marion Richards, Kansas City, Kan.; brother, Brett Schimmel, Topeka; sisters, Taylor Schimmel, Melvern, Kan., and Desarie Richards, Emporia, Kan.; aunt, Kimberly Bond (Alan), Lebo; nieces, Gracie Schimmel and Ta’lynn Traver; nephews, Casper Richards and Tate Schimmel. Many friends became his family, including special friends Kendal and Tanner Smith, Blaine and Brandi Rogers, Russ Haney, and Lakin and Elliott Wobker.
Andrew was preceded in death by his grandpa, Ron Peters.
He leaves behind a lot for all his family and friends and asks them to remember the happier times with him.
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13
Andrew asks that anyone attending his celebration of life ceremony to please wear your favorite team jersey or shirt.
Cremation is taking place. Visitation will be 1:30-2:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, followed by a celebration of life at 3 p.m., at Jones VanArsdale Funeral Home, 107 W. Sixth St., Lebo.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to “Andrew Richards Funeral Expenses” sent in care of Jones VanArsdale Funeral Home, PO Box 43, Lebo, KS 66856. Condolences can be left at vanarsdalefs.com.
