Rita Ann Richardson

A Fairfield resident, Ms. Rita Ann Richardson, age 71, born October 12, 1954, to the late Edwin P. and Beatrice Waldridge Richardson went to meet her heavenly father January 13, 2026, at her residence. Rita loved her family and had a great love for animals. Over the years, she had a favorite pony, Fury. She had many ducks and geese which motivated her colossal collection of ceramic ducks, geese, and swans. But the most important thing as she faced her recent illness was her faith in God and surrendering to his plan for her. Rita retired from the Valley Hill Tree Nursery. She was a member of the former Taylorsville 1st Assembly of God Church which is now Taylorsville Community Church. Rita is survived by three brothers, Randy (Doloras) Richardson of Mt. Eden, Ralph (Linda) Richardson of Taylorsville and Tony Richardson of Fairfield. Rita and her brother Tony resided together for 24 years after the death of their mother. Rita is also survived by three nephews, Joseph, Brad and Stan, two nieces, Alana and Carolyn, five great nephews and two great nieces also survive. In accordance with Rita's wishes, cremation was chosen by the family. There will be no services at this time; a private inurnment will take place at a later date. The Houghlin Funeral Home in Bloomfield is in charge of arrangements.