Helen Louise Richt

Helen “Mimi” Louise Richt passed away September 25th, 2026 at the age of 89.

A native of Omaha, Nebraska, Mimi was a daughter of the late William and Anastacia Doll Oliver. She was also preceded in death by her son, Louie Richt, in 1994.

Throughout her professional life, Helen built a reputation for being hard working, dependable, resourceful, and dedicated to the people she worked with. She began as a switchboard operator by day while sewing clothes for her family and others as well as making costumes for Heritage Square Playhouse at night and on weekends, all while raising her 5 children. She then began a career with IBM in Boca Raton, Florida where she worked as a buyer in the packaging department, earning consistent promotions for her abilities. Later she become owner/manager of Boca Land Surveyors, where she worked along side her son, Craig. She eventually joined Motorola in Boynton Beach in International Marketing, traveling the world to work with customers. Her career reflected many of her strong qualities that defined her: strong work ethic, intelligence, determination, and the genuine ability to build relationships with those around her. She took pride in doing her work well and helping those around her.

Mimi was a woman who left an unforgettable imprint on everyone fortunate enough to know her. Sweet, tenderhearted, determined, spunky, and full of life with an unmatchable sense of humor, she had a personality you simply didn’t forget. She knew what she liked and what she wanted, and when she had a project in mind, you could be sure she would see it through.

Mimi loved creating things with her hands. She sewed pillows, painted furniture, and made beautiful and useful things for the people she loved. A hard worker with a determined spirit, she rarely backed down from a challenge. If something needed to be done, Mimi would find a way to do it.

But her greatest joy was taking care of others. She expressed her love through action—giving her time, sharing her talents, lending a hand, and finding countless ways to make life a little better for her family. She would do anything for her children and grandchildren and was always ready to help, fix, create, or simply be there when she was needed.

Mimi also had a tender heart for animals. She was the Snow White of modern times, happily feeding squirrels, deer, and even the crows. She loved every dog she owned, but her beloved Penny held a special place in her heart.

She was also passionate about sports, especially football. She cheered under the Friday Night Lights and on Saturdays, knew her favorite players, scouted the opposing teams, and was even known to offer a few plays of her own to a certain coach.

At 89, Mimi leaves behind far more than memories. She leaves the things she created, the traditions she shaped, the lessons she taught, and, most importantly, the deep love she had for Jesus and her family. Her fingerprints are woven into our lives, and her greatest legacy is the love she poured into us. Through the lives she touched and the love she gave, a part of her will remain with us always.

We love you, Mimi. We will carry your spunk, sass, creativity, and determination with us wherever we go, and we will always be grateful for the beautiful mark you left on our lives.

The family will receive friends from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM at Lord and Stephens Funeral Home, WEST, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2026. Celebration of Life services will follow at 11:00 AM at the chapel of Lord and Stephens Funeral Home, WEST. The burial will be private.

Survivors include four children, Mark (Katharyn) Richt, Craig (Jana) Richt, Mikki (Chappy) Hynes and Nikki (Brad) Johnson; grandchildren, Jon (Anna), David (Joanna), Zach, Anya, Sammi, Aly, Livi, Elijah (Anna Greer), Noelle, Max, and Jake; great grandchildren, Jadyn, Zoe, Champ, and Judah.

Flowers are preferred. Memorials may be made to: St. Jude https://www.stjude.org/donate or Tunnels to Towers https://dogood.t2t.org

Mimi was a bright light in this world, and we’d love to celebrate her life in that spirit. The family encourages friends and loved ones to wear bright, cheerful, and festive colors as we gather to remember and celebrate the beautiful life of Mimi.

Lord and Stephens Funeral Home, WEST, Watkinsville, is in charge of arrangements. www.lordandstephens.com