Richard W. Blue
May 10, 1950 – December 3, 2024
In accordance with his wish, cremation will take place and private family remembrances will be held. Memorial contributions may be made to Community Healing, c/o the funeral home.
Obituary
Age 75, of Kalamazoo, MI, passed away at Centrica Rose Arbor Place on July 3, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. He was born in Kalamazoo, MI, on May 10, 1950, the son of the late Donald and Betty (Henry) Blue. He grew up in Kalamazoo and graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School Class of 1968. He furthered his education and received a bachelor’s degree from Western Michigan University in 1972. He began working for American Invesco which took him to many new cities. Later, he returned to Kalamazoo and worked for Community Healing. When not working Richard loved spending time with his family including his son Ryan and brother Ron and made many special memories with his close friend Tom Schmitt. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watching ESPN. Richard’s smile and laughter will be missed by all who loved him. He is survived by his loving son, Ryan (Kylee) Blue, grandchildren, Oliver and Sutton Blue; brother Ronald Blue; many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Richard was a valued member of our team at Community Healing Centers and a good friend to many of us. He always was willing to help anyone and had a strong passion for the work that we do. He is dearly missed. We send our condolences to his family. Lisa Harden Chief Human Resources Officer Community Healing Centers
Just learned of Richard’s passing. Made a point of visiting with him whenever I made it to the Kalamazoo area. He was a good man and a dedicated worker at CHC. He did what he could to make the world better.