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Celebration Of Life

Oct. 19, 2025

2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Love Creek Nature Center

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James Richardson Obituary

James "Jim" Richardson was born in Detroit on July 4, 1932. His parents were Dorothy (Warn) and Alba Richardson. James passed away peacefully at home after a long battle with cancer on Sept. 26, 2025. James was the oldest of three children with Don (Marlene) being two years younger and Patricia (Jack Maurer) 14 years younger.

James married the love of his life, Cynthia "Ginger" Justice on Aug. 18, 1956. From their loving partnership they were blessed with seven children: Michael, Laurie, Mary, Kathleen (Scott), Brian (Caroline), Matthew and Erin. Each child was truly cherished. Many grandchildren blessed their lives bringing laughter and joy: Lindsey, Olivia, Samuel, Kelly, Orion, Sara, Ashley, Jaime, Jack, Tyler, Sophia, Elise, Elena, Emma and Melanie. He had 16 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

James was preceded in death by his parents; brother, sister, wife, son, Michael and granddaughter, Olivia.

He attended Bath High School and Roscommon High School with Ginger and many good, life-long friends. He was a star athlete and scholar. He graduated in 1950.

He received his civil engineering degree from Tri-State (Trine) University on the GI Bill after serving in the U.S. Army in the Korean War. James was a registered land surveyor and professional engineer. Many bridges, roads and water plants are his legacy to all of us. He retired from TetraTech MPS in Ann Arbor.

Jim especially loved traveling with his wife and realized his lifelong dream of exploring Alaska with her in 1994. He spent at least 50 years planning his trip and then carefully journaled it to share the memories with his children and grandchildren.

He enjoyed reading, history and genealogy. His great love of family and adventure will live with us all forever.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Meals On Wheels.

A celebration of life is planned for Sunday, Oct. 19 from 2-5 p.m. at Love Creek Nature Center in Berrien Springs. It will be open house style with a few words at 3 p.m.


To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Herald-Palladium on Oct. 2, 2025.

Memorial Events
for James Richardson

Oct

19

Celebration of Life

2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Love Creek Nature Center

Berrien Springs, MI

Oct

19

Service

3:00 p.m.

Love Creek Nature Center

Berrien Springs, MI

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