Samuel W. Richards

1824–1909 (age 85)

Religious leader

Biography

Samuel W. Richards was a respected figure among Utah’s Latter-day Saints, faithfully fulfilling responsibilities that helped nurture the spiritual life of his neighbors. He contributed to the local religious community through teaching, service, and steady leadership.

Richards’ impact is remembered in the lives shaped by his kindness and in the ongoing rhythm of worship in Salt Lake City, where his legacy as a thoughtful servant endures.