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Kenneth Richardson Obituary
Kenneth F. Richardson, 102, of Lafayette, passed away on Tuesday, February 7, 2017 at 6:50 a.m. in his residence. He was born on October 4, 1914 the son of the late Godby L. and Adolpha Mae (Smith) Richardson in Wabash Township near West Lafayette.
His marriage was to Juanita Kellar on March 10, 1935 in Lafayette and she preceded him in death on August 27, 2000. He then married Marilyn L. (Laurer) Coonrod on February 2, 2002 in Lafayette and she survives.
Ken served honorably in the United States Army during World War II in the Engineering Battalion and was discharged in 1946. He had worked as truck driver for Shell Oil Company for eight years, and at Purdue University for 13 years as a heavy equipment operator and foreman of the grounds department, retiring in 1980. He had served as the Carroll County Civil Defense Director and was an active member of First Baptist Church. He was also a member of the American Legion Post 492 in West Lafayette, the Indiana Sheriffs Association and the National Rifle Association.
Surviving along with his wife are three children, Patricia Messman of Fowler, Thomas Richardson of Brookline, MO, and Kenneth Richardson (wife: Becky) of Las Vegas, NV; four step-children, Haddie Hatfield of Avon, Curt Coonrod of Lawrence, Joyce Spencer (husband: Paul) of Minnesota, and Ramsna Coonrod of West Lafayette; and many, many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his first wife Juanita Richardson, and three children, Donald Richardson, Margaret "Peggy" Rowe and Connie Ekola.
Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, February 10, 2017 at Hippensteel Funeral Home. The funeral service will be at the funeral home on Saturday, February 11 at 10 am with Rev. Gary Reif officiating. Interment will follow at Tippecanoe Memory Gardens Cemetery with military honors by the United States Army and the American Legion Post 492. Hippensteel Funeral Service is entrusted with care. Share memories and condolences online at www.hippensteelfuneralservice.com
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Ken Richardson
February 2, 2025
Happy birthday Dad, you would be 110 in two days, 102 was a long time, and many memories, thank you.
Ken F Richardson
February 7, 2023
It´s been a little over six years since we last talked, I grieve for you everyday.
I love and miss you, and we will see each other again.
Son, Kenny Lewis
Ken Richardson
February 2, 2022
I remember when and where this picture was taken.
Ken Richardson
February 2, 2022
Dad, thinking of you today and always, thank you for a lifetime of memories.
Kenny Richardson
Ken Richardson
February 2, 2021
Dad, I’m still grieving, and miss you so much. I’m jealous that you are singing with the Angels, and look forward to seeing you and mom again one day.
Still keeping the faith, Kenny Lewis
Ken Richardson
February 2, 2020
Three years, and I miss you so much. Remembering all the good times together, you were my rock, and always there when I needed you. Thinking of you always, Ken
Kenneth (Ken) Richardson
March 3, 2018
Thank you for being a wonderful father, (66 Years). I will cherish a lifetime of wonderful memories and your unconditional love. Dad taught me to fish, to hunt, and took me camping. He taught me to shoot and respect guns. He loved living on the river, and taking out his boat. He had twin guns and a holsters to match, and loved showing everyone his fast draw. He loved his wife (Juanita) more than anything, and has gone home to be with her. Rest In Peace Dad.
Loving Thoughts, your son Ken
His son Ken Gichardson, Las Vegas, Nevada 2003
Ken Richardson
February 4, 2018
Ken's Parametric Badge, Chief Medic One, Las Vegas
Ken Richardson
February 4, 2018
His son Ken, and his best friend Jeff 2016
Ken Richardson
February 4, 2018
Marilyn, Dad and Pat 2015
Ken Richardson
February 4, 2018
Dad and Great Granddaughter Age 102
Ken Richardson
February 4, 2018
His Grandson Adam, and Don his son 1976
Ken Richardson
February 4, 2018
Cowboy Dad, at home in Lafayette, Indiana
Ken Richardson
February 4, 2018
Donkey in Oatmeal Arizona, Dads favorite Place
Ken Richardson
February 4, 2018
Ken F Richardson 2017 Las Vegas, Nevada
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February 4, 2018
Mike and Stephanie 2015 Las Vegas
Ken Richardson
February 4, 2018
Becky, Ken and Mike 2014
Ken Richardson
February 4, 2018
Kenneth and Marilyn 2015
Ken Richardson
February 4, 2018
Ken Richardson 1989
Ken Richardson
February 4, 2018
ANNA(LARRY) SMITH
February 8, 2017
REST IN PEACE UNCLE KENNY(LARRY'S UNCLE)
February 8, 2017
Tom,
So sorry to learn of your loss. You are blessed to have had your father for so many years. However, the memories will last forever and give you peace.
Sincerely,
Bonnie Barrett Calhoun
Dian Ward
February 8, 2017
Prayers and Condolences to the family.
Hippensteel Funeral Home, Inc.
February 8, 2017
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