Life Story

Chad was born on October 7, 1987 to Regina and Greg Richmond. Chad has one brother, Troy, and two sisters Cindy and Brooke. He grew up in Reading, Ohio and spent many days playing basketball at the Hilltop basketball court. He graduated from Cincinnati Christian Schools. He went on to play Rugby at Lee University for 2 years before enlisting in the Army. He spent 5 years in the Army doing military reconnaissance in Afghanistan. He was 100% medically retired and after his discharge, he became an active member in various organizations that serve our veterans. Chad was actively involved in the community and followed in his mother’s footsteps, organizing a fundraiser through the Fraternal Order of the Eagles, and served as a volunteer football coach. In July of 2019, Chad married Rachel Richmond in Key West, Florida. The two lived in Lockland, Ohio with their 4 dogs. Chad passed away, one day before his 33rd birthday, on October 6, 2020. He was a fierce combat veteran, a loving family member, and would be honored that his legacy can be carried on through the Chad Richmond Memorial Court.