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Jere M. RICHARDSON

FUNERAL HOME

Striffler-Hamby Mortuary

4071 Macon Road

Columbus, Georgia

Jere RICHARDSON Obituary

Family-Placed Death Notice

RICHARDSON, Jere M. Jere M. Richardson, 85, of Columbus, GA. died Saturday, March 23, 2013 at his home. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 29, 2013 at Wynnton United Methodist Church with Dr. Frank Parr officiating according to Striffler-Hamby Mortuary, Columbus, GA. Interment to follow in Parkhill Cemetery. Active Pallbearers will be Rachel Richardson, Nathan Richardson, 2nd LT. Lucas Richardson, Paul Sheets, Andy Bickley and Paul Cash. Honorary Pallbearers will be the Goodwill Sunday School Class at Wynnton United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends Thursday afternoon from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Jere was born in Covington, GA. on March 29, 1927 to the late Bertram Richardson and Julia Minter Richardson. He has lived in Columbus since 1951 and was a member of Wynnton United Methodist Church and retired from the Muscogee County School District. Jere served as the first Director of Columbus Technical College. He was a member of the Columbus Rotary Club, American Vocational Association, Columbus Woodworkers Guild and served as Past President of the Georgia Vocational Association. Jere was a U.S. Navy Veteran having served in World War II. His wife Jeanette Jones Richardson preceded him in death. Survivors include his three sons, Jere C. "Jay" Richardson and wife Catherine of Lake Jackson, TX, James M. Richardson of Athens, GA, and John W. Richardson of Marietta, GA, three grandchildren, U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Lucas Richardson, Rachel Richardson and Nathan Richardson, two sisters, Sylvia Richardson of Atlanta, GA, Evelyn Sheets of Thomaston, GA and numerous nieces and nephews. Condolences may be offered at www.shcolumbus.com.

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Mar. 28, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Jere RICHARDSON

26 Entries

J. Foster Watkins

March 22, 2014

Mr. Richardson was my vocational shop teacher at Baker HIgh School and later my colleague when I returned to the school after Georgia Tech to teach math, coach and start an administrative career with entry from the student personnel/guidance side of schooling. I sought his guidance often in those early years and valued his friendship over the years. There are too few truly dedicated professional educators like Jere Richardson. May he join Jeannette and rest in peace. J. Foster Watkins, BHS '55

Jeff Richardson

July 5, 2013

My name is Jeff Richardson and I just found this obituary.

I am sorry to learn of Jere's death - he sounds like a very fine man.

I believe we were 3rd cousins - Jere through Bertram Richardson, Oscar Jacob Richardson, John W. Richardson Jr., and John W. Richardson Sr. of Rutledge GA. Me through my father (living), Tommy Richardson, Earnest Philip Richardson, the son also of John W. Richardson Sr.

I would very much like to connect with the family. I have just discovered recently a shared cousin living in Covington, GA as well (descended from Oscar Richardson through Bertram's brother John Whitlow Richardson.

Thank you for putting together such a useful obituary as well, they are so important for family history.

Yours truly,
Jeff and Missy Richardson
(rather than put an email address here, we are listed in the Newport KY phone listings under my wife's name, if you would like to contact me, which I hope you do)

Cathy Carlisle Stevick

April 1, 2013

Dear John and family- I am saddened to have read about Mr. Richardson in the church bulletin. I can still picture your dad and hear his voice. I have many fond memories of nights at your house playing cards. Your mom and dad were great people. I remember that before we could go on a work team mission we had to have some classes to be trained. Your dad showed us how to patch holes in sheet rock. He said it was kind of like a woman putting on makeup and trying to fill in the wrinkles and smooth the complexion. He had a sense if humor- mostly dry humor. Again I am grateful that I knew him and I understand your loss.

March 30, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this most difficult time. Our lives were enriched by knowing your dad and mom. They were two very special people. God bless you.

Jimmy and Barbara Motos

Jack Brinkley

March 30, 2013

Dear Family------Jere and I were close friends from Reese Road voting, and our camaraderie extended into the neighborhood and beyond. His was a life well lived, and although we are sorrowful to see him go, we admire and respect his memory and the legacy he has left. This is a better world because of him. Always sinceely,
Jack Brinkley, m.c. 90th - 97th Congresses

Rebecca Panter

March 30, 2013

I have many fond memories of Mr. Richardson. He hired me as a business education instructor at Columbus Tech in 1968 and was a good friend of mine and my husband. My very deepest condolences.

Becky Panter

March 29, 2013

He was the best vocational director this
county has ever had! My prayer are with the family. Enjoyed working with him for the betterment of Vocational Education in MCSD. Mark McElreath

O. T. Tom Smith

March 29, 2013

Jay, Jim & John-- I have fond memories of your Dad and times when we were together many years ago. And a real surprise when he and your Mother visited me in Wiley. May you all be comforted by the memories you all made with your Dad.

Your cousin,

Tom and Susan Smith

Mona Roberson Ali

March 29, 2013

Mr. Richardson will be missed. All my love to his family and friends.

Teresa Dorminey

March 28, 2013

I enjoyed getting to know Jere. He would frequently come up to the church office and chat with me. He was very kind to help me with a project in making little wooden name tags for a spiritual retreat. I will miss his visits in the church office.
Peace be with you all.

Jim Kvicala and family

March 28, 2013

Please accept our condolences on Mr. Richardson's passing. My friend, Jim Richardson, spoke of his father fondly and often. It is also clear from his obituary that we all owe Jere Richardson a significant debt of gratitude for his service as an educator, veteran and community leader. I hope your memories of him are some comfort to you in coping with your loss.

C C (Philippians 4:7)

March 28, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

March 28, 2013

Family of Jere M. Richardson:
As members of the Goodwill Sunday School Class, Margaret and I have enjoyed our relationship with Jere for many years. We will miss him and ask that you accept our sincere sympathy during this time of bereavement.
Don Goodroe

March 28, 2013

Condolences, thoughts and prayers are with the Richardson family. May God, the hearer of prayer, comfort you during this time of sorrow. Psalms 65:2

Celia Till

March 28, 2013

Now who will call me Squealia?
I've always been very fond of your Dad, and was so sad to hear of his passing. Please accept my condolences. He really was a special man.

Celia

March 28, 2013

My condolences to the Richardson family.

"May the God who gives peace be with all of you. Amen."
-Romans 15:33

March 28, 2013

With deepest sympathy to the Richardson family during your time of grief...God is for you a refuge and strength, A help that is there to be found during difficult times...May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.

lisa mende

March 28, 2013

Dearest Jim,
My heart goes out to you, Know that you are loved.
Love,
Lisa M.

J. Foster Watkins

March 27, 2013

Mr. Richardson was my eight grade shop teacher at BHS. It was my pleasure later to teach and coach at Baker and to come to know him as a real educator as well as a committed teacher with students. His leadership with what is now Columbus Tech was extraordinary. All of us have enjoyed his participation in the quarterly alumni luncheons at the Golden Corral. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Allen Sistrunk

March 27, 2013

Dear Jim, Jay, John and family.... I very much respected Jere as I got to know him and now only wish I'd gotten to know him better. He was quite remarkable and contributed much to the Columbus we all grew up in. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you and your families. Peace and comfort to you all at this extremely challenging time.

Allen

March 27, 2013

Jere was my Metal Shop Teacher in my Junior Year. I learned a lot from him and appreciated his wisdom. It saddens me to know that we won't see him again until we reach the other side. God Bless a Great Man.
Gene Alexander '58 - Box Springs, GA

Ismael Nazario

March 27, 2013

Mr. Richardson was my Wood and Metal shop teacher. I have nothing but a great respect for this man. We became very good friends when I retired. Whenever I did some work at his house we would sit and talk and he told some of the best stories. I had him on the radio show three weeks ago and he seems upbeat. He loved Baker High and its students very much and he himself told me that his best years were at Baker High. He is now with his old friends, Mr Boyles, Dr Kirby and students.

Janie Entrekin Brooks

March 27, 2013

Mr. Richardson was a fine gentleman and a very good friend of my dad, Jimmie Entrekin. They spent a lot of time together with the Vocational activities associated with Jordan Vocational High School and the Muscogee County School District. They were traveling buddies for many vocational meetings and events. My dad was waiting for Mr. Richardson when he arrived in Heaven. I am so sorry for your loss.

MATT MADDOX

March 27, 2013

MR. RICHARDSON WAS MY FIRST SHOP TEACHER AT BAKER HIGH SCHOOL. MY HEART FELT PRAYERS AND SYMPATHY GO OUT TO ALL OF HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY HE REST IN PEACE.

Linda Twiggs

March 27, 2013

Wallace and I are so sad for the loss of your beloved father and grandfather and our friend, Jere. We saw her frequently at Covenant Woods and will miss being able to stop and chat with him for a few minutes. May God comfort you with happy memories and the sure knowledge that he is with our Lord!

Linda and Wallace Twiggs

Allen O'Shields

March 27, 2013

Jere was a fine man and an asset to the community. He will be remembered. He and I worked together along with Bob Culverhouse at the old school building downtown many years ago. I recall that he had the most cluttered desk, but could find anything until his secretary had as he described, "a hiding fit". We took a trip down the Chattahoochee one time to Eufaula on a houseboat. I would see him occasionally at Rotary when I would make-up downtown. He was always happy and upbeat. Great guy! He will be remembered fondly.

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