Richards, Christopher Michael, 20, passed away November 16, 2008. Christopher was born in Tampa and lived in Brandon for the past 12 years where he attended Brooker Elementary, Burns Middle and Bloomingdale High School. Chris graduated from Faith Baptist in 2006. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Charles Richards and maternal grandfather, Albert Badstein, Sr. Chris is survived by his parents, David and Alison Richards; sister, Amanda; paternal grandmother, Grace Richards; maternal grandmother, Anne Badstein and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, family members and friends. He was a beloved friend to everyone, was loved dearly and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. A memorial mass for Chris will be held on Friday, November 21, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at Nativity Catholic Church, with an inurnment to follow at Serenity Meadows Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to either Nativity Catholic Church "Of One Heart Campaign" 705 E. Brandon Blvd, Brandon, FL 33511 or to Faith Baptist Christian School, 1118 N Parsons Ave, Brandon, FL 33510.