Judy Powell Richardson, 75, of 114 Madison Street in Eden, passed away Wednesday evening, December 25, 2013, at her home.
A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, December 28, at First Church of the Brethren. Burial will follow in Lawson Cemetery.
Mrs. Richardson was born January 27, 1938 in Spray, NC. She was the daughter of the late Bruce Lloyd Powell and Margaret Earles Powell. Mrs. Richardson was a member of First Church of the Brethren where she played the organ and piano for over 50 years. She was a retired teacher with Rockingham County Schools.
She is survived by her husband, Kent Ray Richardson of the home; daughter, Kimberly Wood and husband, David of Eden; son, Russ Richardson and wife, Gina of Eden; four grandchildren, Ethan Wood and wife, Katrina and Levi, Rebekah and Kolby Richardson.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Becky Powell Brown.
The family will receive friends Friday evening, 6 - 8 PM, at Fair Funeral Home and other times at the residence.
Memorial contributions may be made to First Church of the Brethren, 730 Church Street, Eden, NC 27288; or to a charity of the donor's choice.
Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
My heart goes out to you, old friend, Kent; and to your family. I know God will grant you sweet peace and comfort in this time of loss. Our family, my sisters Karen and Linda and others knew "Judy Lane" from way back on Rhode Island Street in good old North Spray and her visits there. She is most certainly singing in a heavenly choir today. God bless you all.
Keith "Tuffy" Hundley
Kent I am so sorry to learn of Judy's passing. She was a very special friend and we shared so many happy memories growing up. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. May God Bless and guide you through the days ahead. Ernie and Eleanor Burleson
Eleanor Burleson
Kent, I'm so sorry to hear of Judy's death. May God bless and keep you and comfort you in this terrible. You are in my prayers.
Jimmy Adkins, Selmer, TN
James "Jim" Adkins
Kent, Russ, Kim, and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Judy was indeed a lovely, talented lady.
Lynn tuttle
How appropriate for Judy to be a Christmas Angel. I remember her kindness with the children's choir during the Christmas programs at First Church of the Brethren. She will be remembered by many with love.
Vivian Patterson Phillips
So sorry to hear of Judy's passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ron, Codey & Lisa Shively Harbour
Russ, it was with great sorrow that I read of your Mothers passing. Prayers are with you abnd yours.
C.D. Grant
Dear Kent, Kim and Russ,
Our sympathy to you and all the family on the loss of Aunt Judy. She was such a lovely woman and Christian. I can't help but feel she gave her last precious gift to her family on Christmas by coming to your family Christmas gathering...bitter sweet. I know how much you'll miss her, but trust you are rejoicing for her homecoming to heaven. She is in the Lord's presence. Love, Ginger and family
Ginger R. Tankersley
Unfortunately, I did not know Judy until her last years. But I am fortunate enough to know her family. I saw first hand the love her husband had for her. I have experienced the wonderful loving,accepting,selfless children and grandchildren that she raised. These two things alone speak wonders to the character of a woman. For that I am very grateful to Mrs. Judy. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Tracey Tonsor
We were so sorry to get the news Christmas night of Judy's passing. We had just been talking about her and looking at old family photos of her. Judy was a wonderful person. We've lost so many in our family and remembering all the times that our family spent through our lives and especially all the Christmases when we all got together. I know it will be difficult for you all, but knowing Judy is in heaven with a new body and with our Lord and all the family who have gone on before her is comforting. We are sorry we couldn't get there for her funeral. We will be praying for the Lord to bring you comfort now and in the days ahead.
Love, Lisa & Wade
Wade & Lisa Vernon
Thankful for Judy and her special love for her students.
May Heaven rejoice in receiving her.
We're also thankful for the wonderful care that Kent and others blessed her with. To God be the Glory, Duane and Gloria Best
We'll be present to celebrate her life through worship.
Duane & Gloria Best
Heart felt condolences to each of you, Uncle Kent, Kim & Russ. Judy was, to a child's eye and heart a kind of perfectly realized aunty and Mother. From a toddler's then somewhat more advanced perspective. Always a soft, enthusiastic voice, encouraging good behavior and good results. Prayers before bed. Smiles all around. Acknowledgment. . Was so very pleased to catch up with each of you all just a few years back reunion. A most lovely woman. Who loved and was loved.
Robin Richardson-Clark
Mr. Richardson and family, I'm sorry to hear about your wife passing away. You will be in my prayers. Your was my princpial at Happy Home school when I was attending there. You did a great Job there. I enjoyed having you at the school. You are a very nice man. I didn't know Judy your wife. But I have seen her around town. May God bless and comfort you in the days ahead. love and prayers, Nancy Raines.
Nancy raines
Kent and family?¢‚Ǩ¬¶?¢‚Ǩ¬¶?¢‚Ǩ¬¶?¢‚Ǩ¬¶so sorry for your loss. Judy brighten a lot of lives with her sweetness and her music. My thoughts are with you during these hard times?¢‚Ǩ¬¶?¢‚Ǩ¬¶?¢‚Ǩ¬¶..
Barbara L. Bryant Spencer
Russ & family
I know it has been difficult for you and your family in recent years. I truly understand what you are going through. I have you in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Danny Stanfield & family
Danny Stanfield
May your memories be sweet. Judy left such a legacy and we are blessed to have known her. Hugs to all of the family....
Candy & David Smith
Kent, I was so saddened to hear of Judy's passing. My sister gave me the news last night of your loss. I have reminisced often today of our times together and when Judy came into your life and took you away from our old gang. But, we all know, it was for the better and we could see how happy you were. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mel Holt
So sorry to hear about Judy. She was such a sweet and friendly person. She always made you feel welcome at church or any where I would run into her she had that smile on her face. She is now in heaven resting in the arms of God.
Muriel Bryant Caldwell
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We know you will truly miss her, you took care of her for so many years. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Danny Sheppard(a tool friend)
Dear Kent, Aunt Nina told me that Judy had died. I just wanted you to know that I always thought she was just the loveliest person I knew - beautiful, gentle, delightful - particularly when I was a little girl. Despite Judy's difficult illness, she was fortunate to have someone like you to care for and love her. May she rest in peace.
Just in case you don't remember me - I am Mabel and Earl Moore's daughter.
Susan
Susan Moore Steane
My heart goes out to your family at this difficult time. Mrs. Richardson was my fourth grade teacher, and I loved her so much. She was a wonderful woman! Your family is in my prayers.
Sandra Setliff Chambers
My heart goes out to your family at this very difficult time. Mrs. Richardson was my 5th grade teacher and she was the best. I am now in my late 30's and out of all the teachers I had through school, she was my favorite. I ran into her and her husband at Kings Inn Pizza back in 2007 when I came home to visit my grandmother who was dying. My husband and I had left the hospital for a bit to get something to eat, I was so sad and running into her and getting to talk about school back then and the Redskins, she loved her Redskins and so did I, made my day brighter. I am very blessed to have had such a wonderful teacher that truly cared about her students and I am blessed to have known her. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Mandy Holt Roberts
Kent and Richardson family,
Kim and I were so saddened to hear of Judy's passing. May God bless you and offer you peace during this most difficult time, Our warmest thoughts and prayers, Steve and Kim Powell of Senoia, Georgia
Steve Powell
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Born: Thursday Jan 27, 1938
