BORN

1954

DIED

2021

FUNERAL HOME

Weigel Funeral Home

980 NW Washington Blvd.

Hamilton, Ohio

Marla RICHARDSON Obituary

RICHARDSON, Marla Ann

Marla Ann (Cook) Richardson, 67, of Hamilton, Ohio, was

surrounded by her family on

Monday, November 8, 2021, when she peacefully met her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Marla was born in Cincinnati on April 23, 1954, to Prentice and Frances (Powers) Cook. Marla married Barry, her

husband of 45 years, on

September 18, 1976. They met at Mercy Hamilton Hospital where she was a nurse and he was representing Webb Funeral Home as a Funeral Director. Marla was most admired for her intellect, faith, compassion, and service to others. She was educated in the Hamilton school system and was the Garfield High School class of 1972 valedictorian. She received her nursing training at Jewish Hospital and earned a BSN with honors from Miami University. Marla was a devoted nurse for 48 years and held many positions throughout her career mostly in critical nursing care and recently utilization review and quality management where Marla would say "old nurses go to die." Marla was also an active member of The Presbyterian Church in Hamilton where she participated in many mission trips and a variety of charities such as Operation Christmas Child. Marla was fluent in Spanish that she utilized with local patients and while serving as a triage nurse and Bible School teacher during many Mexico mission trips. Marla enjoyed a

variety of interests including reading, watching sports, knitting, cross stitching, traveling, playing cards, and spending time with family and friends. She was a devoted Reds and Bengals fan and a strong supporter of whomever was playing Pittsburgh and visited many major league baseball and NFL stadiums across America. She also visited Europe many times and once visited the Holy Land where she re-affirmed her faith in the Jordan River and enjoyed spending time on the beach in Florida during the winter. Marla and Barry thoroughly enjoyed spending time with their two sons and six grandchildren. They immensely appreciated the love and support of her family and friends during the past year. This kindness will always be remembered by her family. Marla is survived by her devoted husband Barry; their two sons and six grandchildren: John (Joni) Richardson and their three children Alli, AJ, and Lucy of Liberty Township, OH, and Todd (Samantha) Richardson and their three children Madilynn, Emma, and Luke of Fairfield Twp., OH. Marla is also survived by two sisters: Karen Dean of Sylva, NC, and Tonja Randall of Hamilton, OH, sister-in-law Susan Rooney, Oxford, OH, and many beloved nieces, nephews, and friends, and "Sadie" her precious cat. Services will be held at The Presbyterian Church, 23 S. Front Street Hamilton, Ohio 45011, at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 14, 2021, with Pastor Dr. John H. Lewis officiating. A gathering will be held following the service for immediate family and close friends at the church. Graveside services will be held on Monday, November 15 at 1:00 p.m. in the College Corner Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Mission, Music, or other ministries at The Presbyterian Church. The Weigel

Funeral Home is serving the family.


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Published by Journal-News on Nov. 11, 2021.
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Marla was a special lady , I had the pleasure of working with her and several of us would go out to eat on occasions. She was a very giving and special person, she was such a good friend to anyone who had the pleasure of knowing her.

Paulette Ebbing

Work

November 4, 2023

So sorry for your loss Barry and family!! Marla was such a sweet and wonderful person! She truly be missed!!

Tari Grimes

November 15, 2021

I am so sorry, Barry. Marla will be missed by her family and friends. My sincere condolences.

Louann Richter

School

November 15, 2021

I have known Marla as a friend and a fellow grad of Garfield High School. Saw her at many school reunions and kept in touch but not faithfully as I should have. Her parents bought our house on Lilliedale Ln. in Hamilton in, I believe, 1973. I am so sorry to hear of her passing but I know she is with
our Lord and

may the Lord keep watch over her family and friends.

Barbara (Allen) Lance

School

November 15, 2021

I was privileged to work with Marla at Fort Hamilton Hospital for several years. We were also in a Bible study together that would meet during lunch time. Marla lived her faith and was a servant for the Lord. She loved her family and enjoyed sports. She will be missed. Her works I am sure have led others to know our Lord and savior. Saving lives in many ways

Jackie and Keith Brown

November 14, 2021

I´m so sorry for your loss! I actually went to school with Marla and later on in life I started working at Mercy and seen her there where we talked and got caught up over the years! She was always so so sweet and caring ! One of the best nurses I knew! She´ll be greatly missed !

Darlene Whitlock (Cowgill)

Friend

November 13, 2021

I´m so sorry to hear about the loss of this wonderful person here on earth but I know heaven is rejoicing that they have gained such a beautiful angel. Even though I haven´t seen Marla for years I have some very fond memories of our childhood Later she took care of my husband once in the hospital and it was quite obvious how she loved her work. What a legacy you left your loved ones Marla

Connie Martinkovic

November 13, 2021

My sincere condolences to each of you. May you find peace and comfort in the many memories. God bless. Kathy LeRoy Weaver

Kathy LeRoy Weaver

Other

November 13, 2021

Our sympathies to Barry and family. Marla lived her faith in lol she did and truly left everything better than she found it. She was a true friend.

Larry and Connie

Friend

November 13, 2021

Barry and Family,
Jerry and I are so sorry for your loss. Marla was such a special person and will leave a void in the hearts of many who knew her. Praying for all of you to be comforted in knowing that she is in a much better place and that one day you will see her again. Prayers and hugs to all of you.

Jerry and Karen Lewis

Friend

November 13, 2021

Dear Barry and family so very sorry for your loss. Hope that fond memories and the love of family &friends will help to ease your pain.

Ellen Pohlman

November 12, 2021

Barry and Family, I am so sorry for your great loss, I worked with Marla for a long time, she was always a delightful person, and a great person to be able to call friend . She was a great person , and will be missed by many. Your family will be in my prayers.

Paulette Ebbing

November 12, 2021

She will be missed by many.

Sharon von Trotha

November 11, 2021

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