David Richardson Obituary

Petty Officer 1st Class David Lee Richardson, born 6/6/1943 died peacefully at his home on 1/21/2013 at the age of 69. David moved to Alaska in the Spring of 1980 with his family from Havana, IL. David is survived by his wife and lifelong love, Judy; his children, Dana and husband Nathan, Herb and his wife Diane, Carl and his wife Teresa, and his grandchildren Tara, Jessiah, Jared, Jacob, and Riley. He is also survived by his siblings, Phyllis and Bob Koch, Joe and Glenda Towery Jr., Debbie and Daryl Pierce, and John Towery. He is preceded in death by his mother, Iona, his father Carl Sr. who died in WWII, his dad Joe Towery Sr., and one brother, Carl Vincent.

David served in the military for 14 years beginning his career at the age of 16. He was a U.S. Navy Vietnam Veteran and recipient of the Purple Heart medal. David was a vibrant person living life with the driven force and purpose that would pave the way to contentment and peace in his recent years. David was a wonderful husband and devoted father and grandfather. His tremendous love for his wife and family will no doubt leave a huge hole in the heart of his family. He was loved by all who had the privilege of knowing him. David's ashes will remain with the family until the time comes when Judy will join her beloved husband. Together they will be scattered in the Little Su.















Published by Anchorage Daily News from Jan. 27 to Jan. 28, 2013.
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Gone but not forgotten...you will be missed old friend.

David Johnson

February 1, 2013

Judy & Family,We have been thinking why things happen this way,My only conclusion is that God has a very special place for David,We know he is in a no more pain,which is a great relief,It is a sad time but know your family will always be there for you, We are keeping you in our Prayers!!!! RIP David

Debby & Darrell & Family Pierce

January 29, 2013

The loss of a father, grandfather, husband and war veteran weighs heavy on us all. We will forever remember the smile and the humor that David always brought to every occasion. We salute David's service not only to our country, but also his service to his family, friends and community. Love, Julie and Richard Thomas

Richard Thomas

January 29, 2013

Our thoughts have been with you Judy and family all day hope you r doing o.k. judy we love you

Gary and Mary Kolves

January 28, 2013

I love you Dad.

Dana Thomas

January 27, 2013

My condolences to Carl and his family with their loss. Thoughts and prayers to the family. God Bless this family!

Bobby Bright

January 27, 2013

To the family of David Richardson we will miss him very much our thoughts and love will be with the family in there time of remembering David with our love.

Gary and Mary Kolves

January 27, 2013

You are always in our thoughts and prayers. Wish we were closer Joe,Glenda,Shannon and family, Christie and family and Tad and family

Glenda Towery

January 27, 2013

You were a very good friend, and I will miss you

Lori Arnold

January 27, 2013

My heart goes out to your family, I'm so lucky to know all of you as well as David. Saddened by your loss.

gena powers

January 27, 2013

My heart is saddened at the loss of my father in law, but my life has been enriched by his influence, and when we all dance in heaven it will no doubt be a joyous family reunion.

Diane Autumn Rain

January 27, 2013

My heart is with you all...as your loss is mine as well. God bless you and stay strong.

Shalese Santiago

January 27, 2013

Judy, Dana, Herb, and family;

I am so sorry for the loss of this wonderful man. We had many laughs with him and I have some great memories of him; memories that I will hold dear to my heart. I look forward to the day when we can all hang out again in heaven.

I love you all. Peace be with you.

Valerie Guyott

January 27, 2013

David will be missed, sending our love and prayers

Mike, Melissa, Hannah & Kelsey Koch

January 27, 2013

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