Richard Allan Marsh

Richard Allan Marsh, age 80, of Hastings, Michigan passed away Wednesday, September 14, 2022.

Richard was born January 15, 1942 in Battle Creek, Michigan, the son of Richard Arza Marsh and Margaret (Narmore) Martin. He attended Lakeview High School in Battle Creek. Richard was married to Elizabeth (Pam) Marsh for 17 years, and Shirley "Shug" (Sult) Marsh for 40 years until her passing in 2019.

Richard began his restaurant career in 1961 at Speed's Coffee Shop in Battle Creek. In 1979 Richard and his wife "Shug" opened Richie's Koffee Shop in downtown Hastings. They worked side by side for many years building the business together. Richard loved the restaurant and was so grateful for all his loyal customers. He also appreciated all of you who have worked at the restaurant over the years. He was proud to provide a place for people to gather, socialize and enjoy a meal.

Richard loved to fish. From steelhead fishing up north with his son Richie to shark fishing off Bob Hall Pier on Padre Island. He also enjoyed many weekend fishing trips with his buddies (may they all rest in peace). Richard was a loving husband and father. He was a friend and familiar face to many.

Richard was preceded in death by his wife Shirley "Shug" Marsh, son Richard A. Marsh, Jr., father Richard A. Marsh, mother Margaret Martin, and brother Phillip Marsh.

He is survived by his daughters Toni and Courtney Marsh, grandchildren Mason Trumbull, Madalin Trumbull, Gia Marsh, great-grandchildren Grace Trumbull, Quintyn Trumbull, and sister Vicki (Larry) Fiandt.

A visitation will be held Sunday, September 25, 2022, from 1:00-3:00 PM and again from 5:00 PM-7:00 PM at Girrbach Funeral Home, 328 S Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home, to leave an online condolence visit www.girrbachfuneralhome.net.