Mildred Lee French Richardson, 93, passed away Sunday afternoon, August 19, 2012 at Morehead Memorial Hospital.
A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Wednesday, August 22, at Fair Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Ridgeview Memorial Gardens; a cemetery that she and her late husband, co-founded.
A Rockingham County, NC native, Mrs. Richardson was born October 29, 1918. She was the daughter of the late Oscar and Etta Jefferson French. Mrs. Richardson was a member of Leaksville Christian Church since 1941 and a volunteer for Morehead Memorial Hospital.
She is survived by her daughter, Millie Sutliff and husband, Andy of Eden; son, John Lee Richardson and wife, Carolyn of Stoneville; three grandchildren, Mark and Jason Richardson and Stephanie Vanness; five great-grandchildren, Alyssa Richardson, Dylan Richardson, Braxton and Levi Richardson and Alana Vanness; sister, Lucille Hurst of Eden; and a special cousin, Virginia Adams.
The family would like to express special thanks to Dr. Howard, Dr. Daniel, and the South Hall Staff at Morehead Nursing Center for all their care and support.
Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service (10 - 11 AM) at Fair Funeral Home.
Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
MILLIE,ANDY,JOHN,CAROLYN & FAMILY SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT MISS MILDRED. I KNOW SHE WAS LOVED FROM MANY ANY WILL BE MISSED SO MUCH. SHE CAN NOW BE AN ANGEL AND WATCH OVER ALL OF US. LOVE TO U ALL ROBIN
ROBIN JOYCE HELMSTootie Hurst
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Mildred was such a special lady and a blessing to all who knew her. We know that earth's loss is heaven's gain. She will be missed. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers in the days ahead. Love and prayers, Carolyn and James Taylor
Carolyn Taylor
I was saddened to hear of the loss of Mrs. Richardson. She was a pleasure to care for and I will miss her.
Martina Booth (Morehead Nursing Center)
We are saddened to hear of the passing of Mildred. Remembering many, many years ago the fun and laughter we all shared at White Lake. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Shirley, Lisa, Ed Matthews
The Jack Matthews Family
Carolyn, John, Millie, and Andy, just wanted you to know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Tom, Brenda, Jake, Luke, and Emily
The Haynes Family
My deepest sympathies are extended to Mildred's family. There are few of the Leaksville Christian Church members that I knew remaining, and it is sad to lose another one. May God bless each of you in this time of loss.
James ("Jimmy") Adkins
Carolyn so sorry to hear about the loss..... you and John are in my prayers Connie
connie
We are so sadden of the passing of Mrs Richardson. She will truly be missed. Paula Belton (Morehead Nursing Center)
Paula Belton
We played bingo with your Mom twice a week and had nice visits with her often. We counted her a special friend and will miss her.
Ernie &Lavonne Hunter
So sorry to hear of Mildred's passing.Praying for you all. Herbert, Pam, Alexis,Jordan, & Christian
Pam Blackstock
Millie & Andy: we were so sorry to learn of the passing of your mother. May the Lord wrap his arms around you and give you comfort in this difficult times. With deepest sympathy, Peggy & Gaylord Dix
Gaylord & Peggy Dix
Carolyn & John - My deepest sympathy on the passing of your beloved Mom. God has truly gained a Saint for his kingdom. She lived a long successful life with her Savior by her side every step of the way. I'm sure she will be greatly missed. Praying for great peace and comfort for you all during this time, and the weeks and months ahead. Absence from the body and present with the Lord and one day you all will reunite with her again. Love in Christ Eunice Thurman Rice
Eunice Thurman Rice
Dear Millie and Johnny, I am so sorry to hear about your mother. Melody, Ernette and I have so many good memories of her and loved her dearly. I will write to you later. Love, Delfrey
Delfrey Warskow
John and family, we just found out about your Mom. Please accept the Price family's condolences.
Randy Price
Our condolences to Millie, Johnny & your families on Mildred's passing. She was a sweet lady & familiar face to many good memories at Leaksville Christian Church. I'm sure she had quite a welcoming committee in heaven!
Sherry & Scott Bell
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