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Paul Richardson Obituary
AGE: 83 • Neptune
Paul Lawrence Richardson, Sr., 83 of Neptune passed away peacefully after a short illness, Wednesday, October 5, 2011, at Jersey Shore University Center. Mr. Richardson was the last surviving son of Chief Issac L. Richardson of the Sand Hill Band of the Delaware Lenape Tribe in Monmouth County and identified strongly with his native ancestry. Mr. Richardson was born in Brielle and lived briefly in Brooklyn, NY after marrying Marie Sims. He lived the remainder of his life in Belmar, Brielle and Neptune. He was a graduate of Brielle Elementary and Manasquan High where he played football. Mr. Richardson was a retired New York and Long Branch Railroad gateman and self employed Master Mason. Working until the age of 82 he built Jackson Funeral Home in Neptune as well as many other local landmarks. Mr. Richardson was a musical child prodigy and began to master the piano at age 4.
He was predeceased by his sons Dennis and Wayne Richardson, his brothers Issac and John Richardson, and his sisters Isabel Kennedy, Bertha Battle, Laura Harvey, Cora Richardson and Susie Stewart. He is survived by his sisters Grace Johnson and her husband William of Tinton Falls, and Gloria Henriques of Neptune. Mr. Richardson also leaves behind his daughter Tamara Richardson and four sons Paul Jr., Lester and his wife Tanya, Jeffrey and Mark as well as 9 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and many loving nieces, nephews, family members and friends.
Known for his inspirational and ancestral storytelling, Paul Richardson will truly be missed.
A viewing will be held from 12:00 P.M. until noon. On Wednesday at Childs Funeral Home, 364 Shrewsbury Ave. Red Bank, NJ. The funeral service will begin at 1:00 P.M. Interment will be held at White Ridge Cemetery, Eatontown, NJ.
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Memories and Condolences
for Paul Richardson
Charlene Bailey Goodman
October 14, 2011
Sorry to learn of your lost.
Doreen Lumpkin
October 13, 2011
Your spirit and your laughter will be missed...but the Richardson legacy lives on in your family. May you Rest in Peace Uncle Paul.
Linda Young
October 12, 2011
So very sorry to hear of your loss. Your loss is heaven's gain as your father's precious spirit is finally home with our creator and Lord.
Alan Davis
October 10, 2011
Mr. Richardson, May you rest in peace.
Josefine McElrath
October 10, 2011
With deepest sympathy.
Josefine McElrath
Bart Johnson
October 9, 2011
Uncle Paul, You've been truly inspirational in my life as a child and into adulthood. It's been a blessing to listen and learn about our family history through your experience's. You have touched and blessed so many life's in your 83 years on earth. Keeping your family in prayer, Bart Johnson & family
Elaine T. Morgan
October 9, 2011
Uncle Paul, I will miss your loving bubbly laugh, your sweet kindness, and wonderful willingness to give. I thank you and Aunt Marie for giving me my best friend Wayne. I will continue with your passion which you displayed for the love of family and with pride telling the world about our family history.
I will miss you tremendously.
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