Shalynn Richardson

Shalynn Richardson obituary

Shalynn Richardson

Shalynn Richardson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Hughes Funeral Home, LLC - Trenton on Jul. 28, 2025.

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Shalynn Hernif Richardson, also known as "S" was born January 25, 1982, in Trenton, New Jersey to the late Nicholas "Buddy" Alford and Patricia Ann Richardson.

Shalynn had many skills and was a jack-of-all-trades. After obtaining his GED, he established, owned, and operated Aqua Cleaner. His latest endeavor included securing a grant to attend Innovative Barber School of Ewing Township.

Shalynn had a heart for humanity. As a result, he cooked and distributed food to the community and had no problem giving to those in need. He enjoyed motorcycle riding, fishing, and music of many genres, including hip hop and R&B. Shalynn was a first-class entertainer with a great sense of humor and loved to laugh. His ability to engage in any type of environment led to many friendships. His brother Nicholas was his inspiration and a great source of encouragement, urging Shalynn to reach his maximum potential. Shalynn's Aunt Lowe was an excellent motivator, guiding him spiritually through many years of his life. Due to her diligence, Shalynn was a professing believer in Jesus Christ.

Shalynn was predeceased by his parents, great-grandfather, William Richardson and great-grandmother, Anna Mae Lee. He leaves to cherish his memory his grandmother, Willie Mae Miller; four children, Shyasia R. Richardson of Trenton, Mikayla Geddes of Trenton, Ashtyn and Amilian Williams of Hamilton; one brother, Nicholas Raheen Richardson (Maureen) of Pennsylvania; three aunts, Delores "Lowie" Nicholson of Hamilton, Gail Oliver, and Tamara Hall of Trenton; one uncle, William "Sonny" Knight (Emma) of Piscataway; cousins, Lamont McRae of Trenton, Letitici "MaMa" Oliver of Morrisville, PA, Rachel Redding-Brown of Delaware, Angela Alford-Williams, Diana Warner, Donta Richardson, and Jimmy Richardson; two nieces, Zion and Ariana Richardson of Hamilton; one nephew, Nicholas Richardsen I, of Hamilton; Girlfriend, Tamika Picott of Trenton; special friends. Mark "Sleep" Oliver Burke of Hamilton, Jason "Chubb" Stockton, Kenny Alston of Trenton, Edgard Venegas of Pennsauken, and Many others.

Funeral service will be 10am Monday, August 4, 2025, at Hughes Funeral Home, 324 Bellevue Ave., Trenton, NJ 08618. Calling hour will be 9am until the time of service. All services will be private, friends and family only.

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