Steve Richie was born to Margie Faulkner Richie and the late Joe Richie. He attended and graduated from Banks County High School. Steve is the grandson of Hubert Richie. He joined Homer First Baptist Church at an early age.  He served on the Deacon Board and as Superintendent of Sunday School for a number of years.  Steve had two daughters (Yolinda Faye Richie and Jacqueline Twanette Moon).  At time of death, Steve had five grandchildren.