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Alice Richardson Obituary

Alice R. L. Richardson NORFOLK - Alice Rhodema LeGrand Richardson, 85, departed this life Dec. 2, 2009, ending a courageous battle with cancer. She was born Jan. 29, 1924 to the late Wiley and Ida Jane LeGrand, Rockingham, N.C., and was a member of Bank Street Memorial Baptist Church, Norfolk. She was the wife of the late Joseph D. Richardson who departed Dec. 2,1966. She is survived by her seven children, Edward (Sharletta) of California, JoAnn and Carlton of Norfolk, Michael from Harrisonburg, Va., Patricia (Michael) Lewis from Maryland, Rita of Norfolk and Toni from Charlotte, N.C. She was predeceased by three sisters and three brothers; and also leaves to cherish her memory her sister, Ida Mae Hartwell; niece, Catherine Gault; nephew, Grady "Leroy" Sizemore (all from New Jersey); four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and other relatives and friends. Visitation will be held Monday, Dec. 7, from 6 to 7 p.m. with funeral arrangements by Graves Funeral Home, Norfolk. The funeral will be held Tuesday, Dec. 8, 11 a.m. at Bank Street Memorial Baptist Church with burial in Roosevelt Memorial Park, Chesapeake. www. gravesfuneralhomeinc.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Dec. 6, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
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11 Entries

December 14, 2009

Toni,
We are sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Hopefully your family will find comfort in knowing she is at peace with the Lord! Your faith, family and friends will help you through this tough time. Our prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Gayle and Ric Overbey

Samuel Smith

December 14, 2009

Toni, you have my condolences for the passing of your mother. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Samuel Smith (Charlotte, NC)

Annetta Watkins-Foard

December 14, 2009

Dearest Toni,
My heart is full for you and your family in the loss of your Mother. My prayer is that God will wrap each of you in his loving arms and carry you through the difficult times ahead. Trust him, he is well able. With Love and sympathy.

Maudice Livingston

December 14, 2009

To Toni and the Richardson Family & Friends,
My heart is deeply saden to read about the lost of your beloved mother and friend. My prayers and condolences are with you and your family during this season. Above all, remember, God is the reason for all seasons, and lean not to your understanding but lean totally on Him and He will keep you both day and night.

Maudice Livingston, a loving friend

Annette Goodman

December 14, 2009

TO GOD BE THE GLORY!!

Toni My Prayers are with "YOU and Your Family" for your loss. I know your Mom battled with this for a long time. Read Psalm 23 in morning, 27 at noon, and 91 at night for comfort, strength and peace.

Oscar Romero

December 14, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Marva Nock

December 14, 2009

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

December 9, 2009

To the Richardson Family,
My heart was heavy hearing of the passing of your mother. Please know that you must comfort each other and remember that God's angels are all around. Keep your eye on Him for he is the one and only one that can see you through this time.
Love You,

Cynthia Cooke

Bill & Arnicia Forbes

December 7, 2009

Our hearts go out to the entire family. May Creator give you comfort. Time will heal as you cheerish all of the good memories and love that she left with you.

Veronica & Simone Brehon

December 7, 2009

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Will & Nedra Scott

December 6, 2009

To Ed and family members,

We were saddened to learn of your mother's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

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