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Joseph R. "Joey" Richardson, 30, passed into Heaven on February 7, 2010 in his sleep. A lifelong resident of the Reno/Sparks area. Joe attended Reed high school where he was a "stand-out" athlete in both wrestling and football graduating in 1998. Joe loved to be outdoors, he learned to snowski and water-ski at a young age later on he became a snowboarder. He enjoyed hiking, mountain biking and camping and was superb marksman with either rifle or handgun. He also won 2nd place in the BMX nationals for his division in 1990.
As an adult his favorite sport was Frisbee golf and in July of 2006 Joe enjoyed the sport he loved under the midnight sun in Anchorage, AK.
In 2003, he met Gretchen, They fell in love and were married on July 4, 2004 in Graeagle, CA. Joe was a wonderful and loving father for his infant daughter Tegan who was born on February 18, 2008. Tegan became the light in her fathers eyes and they spent many happy days and nights together.
Joe had a winning smile for everyone he met and had many friends and relations who will miss him dearly.
Joe is survived by his wife and beloved daughter Tegan, his parents Mary and Gary, his sister Melissa, brother-in-law John Lewis, nephew Johnny Lewis, brother Bradley and grandparents Hal and Gwen of Carson City, and grandmother Frances, aunt Tonya and father, Jack all of Las Vegas.
A memorial service will be held at Ross, Burke & Knobel on Friday, February 12, 2010 at 11 a.m. 2155 Kietzke with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers any donations towards the upraising of his infant daughter Tegan contact Mary and Gary Richardson at [email protected].
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Memories and Condolences
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Randy Watkins
February 16, 2010
My condolence's to Gretchen and Tegan. Joe was a very special and caring man. I will truly miss his great sense of humor and friendly attitude towards everyone
Jennifer McKinnish
February 14, 2010
My heart breaks to find out about Joe's Passing. My heart and soul ache for the family he left behind. To his wife and his daughter my deepest condolence. I will have the entire family in my thoughts for days to come.
Joe was a Great Man....
" Don't Cry when something is over"
"Smile, Because it happened at all"
I love you Joe, You always were a great friend.
Mellisa Stay Strong Babe...
Email me
Another gone, way to young
:(
McKinnish
Jennifer McKinnish
February 14, 2010
Noooo....I am soooo sorry I missed this service. Joe and I were close buddies in high school. I am in shock and disbelief. My heart and soul aches for all those he left behind. Melissa you stay strong and get in touch with me. My deepest sympathy for this loss..
Too Young....
Joe Richardson was and is a Great Man and I will miss him deeply. :(
-Mckinnish
775-825-5659
I love You Joe .....and will forever miss you
Tim Soderbeck
February 12, 2010
I'm very sorry I couldn't be there! But, even though its been a few years, my heart and thoughts, and prayers go out to the Richardson family! I'll miss you Joe!
Jessica Evans
February 12, 2010
Please know it will never be easy but I PROMISE it will get easier!!! My thoughts are with the family today and always!!!!!!!
Kyle Archuleta
February 11, 2010
My deepest, most heart felt condolences to Joe's Wife, Daughter and mother and father. Joe at one time was best friends with my little brother T.J. Puliz and I always loved being around him and spending time talking about music and watching he and TJ bicker back and forth like brothers!! Joe always had a very infectious personality and I never met anyone that didn't like him, he always was a pleasure to be with. I will always remember Joes smile, warm, happy go lucky and heart felt. WE will miss Joe!
Love, Blessings and Strength
Kyle Archuleta, TJ Puliz, Ryan Puliz
February 10, 2010
R.I.P JOEY....my thoughts are with the richardson family and his beloved tagan....
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