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Jean Frances Richardson

Jean Richardson Obituary

Jean Frances Richardson (Larrabee) SOUTH PORTLAND -- Jean Frances Richardson (Larrabee) passed away peacefully and surrounded by her family on Wednesday, March 11, 2009. Born April 10, 1940, to Richard T. Larrabee and Elizabeth R. Larrabee (Carmichael), Jean was a life-long South Portland resident, graduating from South Portland High School in 1958. She enjoyed 50 year of marriage to her high school sweetheart, Carroll T. Richardson, whom she met in a youth group at Immanual Baptist Church in Portland. Jean served as a polling site volunteer for several elections and was herself elected as Ward Clerk. After raising her children, she worked at Carroll Reed and then at her favorite job, the Maine Children's Cancer Program. Jean was an avid reader, bowler and card player, enjoyed a wide array of crafts, sang in musicals and the choir, and spent many summer evenings poking the fire at camp. Along with many of her extended family, she actively participated in Clan Carmichael activities, including captaining the clan tent at Scottish Games in Maine, Vermont and Massachusetts, and attending two Clan Gatherings on the Carmichael Estate in Scotland. Jean will be remembered for her sharp sense of humor, determination, the depth of her many friendships, and most of all, the love and attention Nahnie gave to her immediate and extended family. Jean was predeceased by her parents and her sister, Joyce Rader. In addition to her husband, Jean is survived by her daughter, Judy Bohn of Naperville, Ill., her son, Thomas Richardson of West Hartford, Conn.; her five granddaughters, Kelsey, Carolyn and Leigha Bohn and Elizabeth and Maddalena Richardson Brancato; her three sisters, Jude Thomas, Kim Carmichael and Pam Carmichael; and 10 nieces and nephews. Visiting hours will be on Monday from 7-9 p.m., at the Hobbs Funeral Home, 230 Cottage Rd., South Portland. Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 17, at the funeral home. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to: The Maine Children's Cancer Program 100 Campus Drive Scarborough, Maine 04074 Jean Frances Richardson

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Published by Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram on Mar. 13, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Jean Richardson

15 Entries

Martha Cogan

March 19, 2009

Carroll, Jean was a true friend and a very special person with deep understanding. Her patience in algebra class was unmatched.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and yours.
Fondly, Martha (Luce) and John Cogan

Mary Beth Dentlinger

March 19, 2009

Dear Judy,

I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers and that we prayed for you and your family at our staff meeting. I look forward to seeing you when you return to work and I can make you a pot of coffee! Miss you.

BONNIE INGRAHAM

March 17, 2009

CARROLL, JUDY & TOM...WE ARE SO SADDENED FOR JEAN'S PASSING. SHE IS AT PEACE NOW, AND NO LONGER SUFFERING. SHE IS IN HEAVEN WITH OUR FAMILY WATCHING OVER YOU. WE HOPE YOUR MEMORIES WILL HELP YOU THROUGH THE HARD DAYS. MEMORIES HAVE HELPED THE JOHNSON FAMILY WITH THE RECENT PASSING OUR OF SISTER JANICE. I HAVE VERY HAPPY MEMORIES OF OUR FAMILY VISITS IN WINDHAM AT AUNT ALICE & UNCLE WYVERN'S HOME. REMEMBER THE HAPPY TIMES. GOD BLESS YOU..
LOVE BONNIE & BILL INGRAHAM AND ALL THE JOHNSON FAMILY.

Carlene (Sumner) Lajoie

March 16, 2009

Carroll, my dear friend:

What can I even say at a time like this to help ease your pain? Jean was a very special person; always with a smile on her face and a friendly hello.

Carry those special memories with you. They will help you through.

Craig Thompson

March 16, 2009

Carroll, I was very sorry to hear of your loss, Our familys thoughts are with you

Lisa Parechanian

March 15, 2009

Carroll - We are so sorry to hear about Jean's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers!

Gary & Lisa Parechanian

Diane (Green) Donahue

March 15, 2009

To the Richardson family,
I attended SPHS, class of '58 with Jean, and remember her as a wonderful person. My prayers and sympathy at this difficult time.

Marjorie Palmer

March 14, 2009

Carroll,
My sister called me from Portland to let me know that Jean had died. What great memories I have of you both...Immanuel Church youth group, plays, etc. Recently I found some old photos of those musical shows we were in at Immanuel.
My sympathy to you and your family.
Marjorie Abbott Palmer,
Derry, New Hampshire

Dan & Mary Sylvester

March 14, 2009

Carrol & family,
Our deepest sympathy upon learning of your recent loss.
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.

Charlene & Wayne York

March 14, 2009

To the Richardson Family: We are so sorry for your loss. You have our deepest sympathy. Sincerely, Charlene Zeitman York and Wayne York, SPHS Class of 1958 classmates.

Bridget Fitzpatrick

March 13, 2009

Tom and family - So sorry to hear of your loss.

Kelly Bonnevie

March 13, 2009

Tom and family:
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you right now. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Jean Miller

March 13, 2009

Carroll & family,

We are so sorry to hear about Jean.We have a lot of memories of our times at Muskegon and the fun we had.
Our thoughts and prayers with you.
Dick and Jean Miller

Beverlee and John Beers

March 13, 2009

Dear Carroll, Judy and Tom,
We are so sorry to hear of Jean's passing. We remember all the fun times at BYOF when we were teenagers and later get-togethers after we were young-marrieds with children. Jean was a wonderful person and will leave a big empty place in your family and with those who knew her.
With much love and sympathy to you all,

ron perreault

March 13, 2009

our deepest sympathy to you and yours carroll,may she rest in peace,
ron & beth perreault

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