The Richmond News, Jan. 16, 2026

Don Ogg

Don Alan Ogg, 66, of Richmond passed away Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, at his home. Don was born March 8, 1959, in Richmond, the son of Vernon and Emogene (Snider) Ogg and the youngest of three sons. He was united in marriage to Ellen Sloan on July 4, 1980. She preceded him in death on May 3, 1995. He was later united in marriage to Patti Mabary on July 5, 2000. She survives of the home.

Additional survivors include his son, James Ward; daughter, Angelia (Alex) Ward; and five grandchildren, Breanne Parrett, Lathaniel Ward, Peydon Forster, Gage Parker and Alexis Ward. Other survivors include his great-granddaughter, Alaia Parrett, and one on the way; two brothers, Gary (Janice) Ogg and Roger Ogg, both of Richmond; and nephew, Kevin (Jamie) Ogg.

In addition to his first wife, he was preceded in death by his parents.

Don attended grade school in Elkhorn and Richmond, and graduated in 1977 from Richmond High School. Following graduation, he began his career at the General Motors (GM) Fairfax plant, where he worked faithfully until his retirement in 2020.

In addition to his career at GM, Don did drywall work and devoted time to helping on the family farm, especially in the later years of his loved ones’ lives.

A kind and generous man, Don lived his life in service to others. He served as a deacon at the Hickory Grove Baptist Church and most recently attended the Richmond Assembly of God Church.

Don had a deep love for tractors and found great joy in giving tractor rides to his grandkids. He also was a devoted animal lover.

Known for his loving heart – and occasional stubborn streak – Don was truly one of the nicest people you could ever meet. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Todd’s Chapel Cemetery. They can be left at or mailed to Thurman Funeral Home; 507 E. Main St.-P.O. Box 190; Richmond, MO 64085.

Visitation and funeral services will be held Tuesday, Jan. 20, at Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond, with visitation beginning at 1 p.m. and services to follow at 2. Burial will be in Todd’s Chapel Cemetery, Richmond.

Please share your memories of Don with the family at www.thurmanfuneralhome.com.