Marcia Ripper Richards, 77, of Lancaster, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, August 29, 2013 in her residence.

Born in Butler, PA, she was the wife of the late Thomas Holl Richards, and the daughter of the late Daniel H.J. and Blanche McGeary Ripper.

She was a member of Riverside Church, New York City.

She loved photography, birds, and literature. She had a quest for knowledge and learning. Marcia was a debate coach and the captain of the Penn State Debate Team. She also had a love for children and was a lifelong teacher.

She is survived by her children: Julia Holl Richards of Golden, CO and Daniel Boyd Richards; three grandchildren: Emma, Maxwell, and Sean; and two sisters: Rosalyn Ward of Lancaster and Danjean Savage and her husband Kenneth of Grays Lake, IL.

Memorial services will be held at 3 PM Tuesday, September 3, 2013 in the chapel of Grace Lutheran Church, 517 N. Queen St., Lancaster, PA with Pastor Stephen P. Verkouw officiating.