Leo Richards, age 75, of Birchwood, WI passed away peacefully on May 30, 2016 at Abbott-Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis, MN. Leo was an avid Ham Radio Operator, retired Electronics Technician and author of the book, Gate Zero. He especially loved his Ham Radio Club. Preceding Leo in death is his wife, Harriet; and brother, Duane. Leo will be deeply missed by son, Anthony Richards (Karen); grandson, Anthony James; granddaughter, Melissa; brothers: Harold, Neil & Dale; sister, Carol; and special friend, Roberta Jeffrey; and many nephews and nieces. Memorial Service will be held on Saturday June 18, 2016 at 1:30 pm at the Swedberg Taylor Funeral Home, 26530 Lakeland Ave., Webster, WI 54893. Pastor Steve Ward will be officiating the service. Services followed by refreshments at Funeral Home. Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home in Webster, WI.