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Keith Richardson Obituary

Keith Leslie Richardson, 76, of Downers Grove, formerly of Hinsdale, died February 11, 2018 of complications from Alzheimer's. Born on November 2, 1941 in Rolla, Missouri, he began and ended his working life in the electrical industry as a member of IBEW local 134. Keith is preceded in death by his parents Joseph Roy and Mary Gladys (Smotherman) Richardson, his sisters Mary Josephine Blust and Barbara Ann Hawkins, and his wife of 43 years, Carol (Abrell) Richardson. He is survived by his fiancée, Jacqueline McGuffey; his children Cynthia (Douglas) Roselieb, Cheryl Richardson, Catherine (Rachel) Richardson and Kristopher (Israel Matos)Richardson; 7 grandchildren, Wesley, Callen, Annalee and Gabriel Roselieb, Virginia Roberts, Sri Rose and Hendrix Richardson, and one sister, Janet (Charles) Sing. A Celebration of Life will be held in April. Memorial donations may be made to the Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research Foundation.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Feb. 15, 2018.

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February 23, 2018

We keep each of you in our thoughts and prayers that God Grace will surround you, bringing you comfort, love and peace. Because the Richardson family and loved ones have been a part of our lives for so many years, Keith will always remain in our hearts.

With Love and deepest sympathy,
Tom and Sharon Wilmore

February 18, 2018

My condolensces go out to the family.

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