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Joan Richardson Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joan Richardson
Brittney Eldridge
January 7, 2024
I´m still mesmerizing over the energy you poured into us. Our group of over 100 with one you. Taught, disciplined and perfected every part of the World Ensemble how can I be like you? I love you.
Brittney Eldridge
Lamone Mitchell
November 13, 2023
I LOVE YOU
Victoria Scott
February 23, 2021
Joan Richardson - Gone but Not Forgotten
I don't normally use the word dope because of its other definitions, but Miss Joan Richardson,a beloved music teacher at Reid Elementary school was DOPE!She discovered my voice and was the first person to see my talent at a young age! She ran G.H Reid Elementary School when my sister and I went there as kids.When she spoke to calm down a bunch of loud and loquacious children, her bold,fierce tone summoned the respect, fear, and adherence of every man,woman, and child. All the problem kids loved her and were well behaved in her presence.
She wanted me to be in her choir so bad, and I did too.She would have me sing solo parts to songs in front of my classes and I felt so special! I even got to mirror her for a day which only kids who made good grades got to do! They would just be a teacher's helper all day and be a representative of them sort of speak..Looking back, I bet she requested me!Anyaways, when she retired, I remember my sister telling her that G.H.Reid would not be the same without her.I think she somewhat inspired me to get locs..Her's were long and beautiful and she would wear it in a colorful wrap sometimes!
She kept all the bad little boys in line, and would make them drummers in her African World Emsemble group that would awe crowds with singers, dancers, and drummers performing African dance,songs, and music during school assemblies and different performances in Richmond that gained notoriety from all cultures, peaked people's interest in African culture, and was something every kid of every race at G.H.Reid wanted to be apart of! The costumes of the children performers and their performances were spectacular and captivating! One would wonder how this remarkable woman could teach so many children to sing,dance, and play drums with such effortless skill,precision,and passion like she did all on her own!They were given African jewelry to perform in as well! It made any little brown girl or boy proud to be black! Those young black boys in my class who would play the drums or sing needed that and it helped to keep them out of trouble as Miss Richardson would instill manners, respect, and ambition in them and other children while taking them under her wing.
I was sad when she died. I look forward to hopefully seeing her come back on Earth when Jehovah resurrects the dead back to life so I can hug her and sing for her again!
Carol, Joan's freshman roommate at Fisk U
Carol Elligan Martin
May 19, 2010
Joan Emily Yvette Andrews, my freshman year roommate at Fisk University in Nashville, TN. We were both music majors and took French together, as well. For some reason, I thought of her today and decided to google FL Tallahassee Joan Andrews. I remember she dated a guy named Ivan Richardson, so I added Richardson to the search. It was a shock to find that she had passed. I was not surprised, however, to learn that Joan had become a music teacher who made a lasting impression on her students and all who knew her.
To Joan's daughter, Narquinta: love, peace, comfort and joy in having had such a special and vibrant mother.
Carol Elligan Martin
Cherryville, NC
ERIN SLUSS
May 18, 2010
"It's taken me just about a year before i could come on here and write something about Ms. Richardson passing. I miss her so much, and i keep waiting for the day when it will hurt less that she's gone but it still hurts like it just happened she ment so muc to me, and i love her more than she will ever know. i will always miss you untill we meet again. I LOVE YOU
September 15, 2009
Narquinta, We just learned of your mother's death and we are saddened by your loss. Joan was our lifetime friend and neighbor. She was vibrant and loving and we will miss her dearly. You are in our prayers.
Jennifer Engram Misick and Bennetta Engram Gaston
Carmella Watson
August 2, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you, My name is Carmella and I know you and your moms from Warwick Estates. My mom's name was Georgianna and I have two brothers name Chuckie and Guy. You were like our little sister and we love you and your moms very much.
Carmella Watson
August 1, 2009
Narquinta first and foremost I would like to express my deepest sympathies on Joan's passing. You may not remember me but my name is Carmella Watson daughter of Georgiana and sister to Chuck and Guy (we used to live in Warwick Esates). I have thought of you and your mom often and I was looking for her just didn't how to connect with her. Your mom had a beautiful smile and a warm heart. I remember her playing the Isley Brothers, Earth, Wind and Fire, Spinners, Marvin Gaye and many more great artists during the 70's singing, she had a voice and I loved to hear her sing. She will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your grandparents. ([email protected])
Emma Walker
July 15, 2009
Narquinta, I am sorry to hear just today of Joan's passing. Please know that Joan was a good friend since I met her when she was a 10th grader at FAMU High. My family and I offer our sincere sympathy (Scott Walker and Kelli Walker Ferrell). You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Bob Lannon
July 14, 2009
Narquinta, It was indeed sadness the morning I read about your mother in the Richmond paper. I met Joan by way of selling her the Jeep 4door wrangler a few years ago and it was indeed a "trip" working with her!
I will always remember Joan picking me up to take a ride in her new wrangler with the top down listening to her gospel cd's.
Joan was more than a customer, she was my friend and I will look forward in seeing her again.
Peace be with you.
The Crosby Bunch
July 6, 2009
DeAndrea Williams
July 6, 2009
Ms. Richardson was my music teacher at G. H. Reid Elementary School. There are very few things about my childhood I remember, but this I do know - she was the best teacher any child could ever have! I can almost hear her many bangles she wore on her wrists ringing as she instructed us in song and dance!
It was her who stirred up my excitement and appreciation for the arts, music and dance. She will truly be missed!
Martha Whitehurst-Adeyemo
July 6, 2009
Those We Love Remain Part of Us "Our loved ones leave the world, but never our hearts."
Narquinta we are so sorry to hear about Joan’s passing. May you find strength in your faith, comfort in God's love, and peace in knowing your friends are praying for you.
Martha Whitehurst Adeyemo and Carlita Henry Miller
James McCaskill
July 6, 2009
6 July 2009
To the Family of the late Joan Andrews Richardson. Words cannot express, My feeling for your loss. However Trust in the Lord. Let him guide your path. And you shall see your loved one on the other side. Be strong in the Lord.
A classmate of the mighty class of 1967 Baby Rattlers forever.
Jori peters at ella lake park
Jori Peters
July 6, 2009
Cousin Joan,
I just wanted to say that i was very saddened to learn that you were really gone and couldn't believe it. I was going to visit you this year for the first time in Virgina. Im going to miss you so much, Joan.
I really enjoyed our spending times, like we went to a seafood restuarnt and chatted few times.
Thankyou for everything you've done in past years. I really miss your mother, Ann Andrews whom I was really close to in my childhood years. She was like a second grandmother to me, and now you are no longer surffering with any of your pains and went up in the heavenss with Ann.
i know that my mother,Gwendolyn Gregory-Peters is going to miss u very much, i know u were likea sister to her....you two went to school and college together as well. She has lost a "played" brother named Fred from Jacksonville a year ago and now a sister--you.
Anyways, you will bbe missed so much and not forgetten.
love,
your cousin Jori Peters as known "Poohninny"
Ruby Echols
July 5, 2009
Joan;
You always apologized for not being the big cousin when I visited over summers from NY. I never did mind because the time spent with Aunt Ann and Uncle Andrews were always so much fun as well. When you did find the time we had lots of fun. It was so very nice to see you when we all got together for the family reunion in Philadelphia some ten years ago. May you rest in peace.
Cousin Ruby
David Jackson Jr.
July 3, 2009
Ms Richardson was my music teacher at G.H Reid. To me she was THE BEST in the whole world!! She will be truely missed!! R.I.P Ms Richardson
Ricky Williams
July 3, 2009
Mrs. Richardson is my friend and my teacher. From the moment our paths crossed, she taught me how to be a better parent by the simpliest things. Two of which are happiness and time. I'll never forget these important teachings. I watched and learned as she showed a child what delights her and she found the child's delight added to her own. This is happiness and her lifestyle proved what children need more than anything else is your time. This is how you grow a child up into a strong adult and I witnessed her turn many a child who needed it. By example, I/we witnessed her build a family of friends and I/we witnessed her strengthen a community by use of a tool she invented called 'The World Ensemble." By example, she reinforced that old adage, 'it is better to give than it is to recieve.' Because you, Joan Richardson, have given to me/us so much, I/we will always remember you through your teachings as well as your songs and dances. I Love You and I know you are gonna be alright. Peace my sista! Ricky Williams
Idenia Williams
July 3, 2009
Joan I love you & I will never forget you.
You were a person that always heard a different drum, dance to a different beat, always saw things a different way, and walked your own path. It's just a Joan Andrews Richardson thing. So b/c I know you I have some do's & don'ts to tell you.
Joan don't roll up in heaven & double park the Jeep in front of the Pearlie Gates.
Joan when you meet the Lord, don't ask the Lord was he sure about the timing and then give him the Joan A. Richardson question Look!!
Joan please get a pair of wings that you can get in & out of. We will recognize your wings trimmed in Kente & Mud cloth.
Joan please ask for a permanent necklace for your keys & your whistle. Please keep them around your neck.
Joan as you train the children in heaven, please do not throw or hit them with your shoe.
Joan I know I will see you again. A spirit like yours have to live on!! We will always keep you alive in our memories.
Joan please know I & my family Ricky, Derrick, Cymone & Marsias love you and enjoyed all of our times & experiences with you.
Narquinta thank you for sharing your "MOM" with us, because we thoroughly enjoyed her.
Peace, Much Love, Many Blessing. I'm so glad our paths crossed.
Deanie
Idenia Williams/Parent of the World Ensemble/Friend/Sister Always:)
Shaye Clemons
July 2, 2009
I was so saddened to hear of the passing of Ms. Joan. My heartfelt condolences go out to her daughter and family. I met Ms. Joan at the Vitamin Shoppe and whenever she came in the whole store would light up! She always had the brightest smile and greatest laugh. She will truly be missed.
Karen Jordan
July 2, 2009
My condolences goes out to Ms. Richardson's daughter and family. Ms. Richardson will be missed. She taught me when I was at G H Reid over 25 years ago and she taught my daughter. She really brought out the best in my daughter in the World Ensemble. You are a jewel and will be greatly missed. The world will miss you but God needs you as His angel.
Terry Wilson
July 1, 2009
You know for the longest time I never knew your name and it didn't matter because there was something so dynamic about you and that was your SMILE!. I always said that you had a testimony for the church, but you left the testimony with all of us whose lives you touched. I will miss you dearly, but you taught us all that we can fight the good fight of faith, if we just keep pressing towards Jesus. The love that you unselfishly gave to all that knew you will forever be a testimony for years to come. Thank you Miss Joan for the love of Christ that you never stopped showing. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.
Roslyn de Cordova-Bolden
July 1, 2009
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Joan and I worked at E.S.H. Greene Elementary School together. My prayers and sympathy are with you. May God Bless you all.
Roslyn Woody
Reginald Littleton
July 1, 2009
Ms. Richardson If there was a song I would sing it would be simply the best!!! You were the one who seen the light in all your kids who walked through the doors of an RPS. You will forever be missed. I remember when I was in training at my job and I heard your voice it was so great. Thank you for keeping me entertained on them boring days at the bank. As a child you were a mother, friend, and so much more to me. Being in the World Ensemble taught me so much as a child that when I became and adult I took all I learned with me. You are a great mentor and inspiration. I wish more children could have went through you program and got the guidance that you gave to so many of us. I will miss you dearly as well as others. You are so loved... There will only be one Ms. Joan A. Richardson.
Gwendolyn Jackson
July 1, 2009
Joan Richardson wore out her physical body and MANY vehicles trying to serve mankind - especially the children. I remember so many days when she packed her vehicle with lots of food, love and children. I remember how unselfishly she gave of herself.....how she always tried to help EVERYONE. Jesus reserved a special place for Joan and Michael....they left us on the same day because God wants them to produce and promote the ETERNAL ENSEMBLE. Rest in Peace Joan........YOU ARE LOVED.
P.S. Your children demonstrated their love and respect by showing up at the celebration of your life today at Faith Landmark. They did you proud! They are true symbols of your hard work and dedication. And as always, Deanie was there to assist! Love you Joan!
Tomiko James
July 1, 2009
I would like to offer my condolences to the family of Ms. Richardson. She was a great teacher and a very talented woman. She's loved by loads of students throughout the past 3 decades. We love you Ms. Richardson.
Yrishia Dorsey
July 1, 2009
You shall be missed, thank you for everything you have taught, and everything we have learned from you! Take you place with the angels and dance on...Love you!
July 1, 2009
Narquinta, I did not learn that Joan had passed until last night. Please accept the deepest sympathy of me and my mother. Joan was always a vibrant spirit who brought joy everywhere she went. You are in our prayers.
Rosalyn Bonds Greene and Rosa Bonds, Tallahassee, FL
NaTasha White
July 1, 2009
Ms. Richardson you will be greatly missed. I remember the days of you teaching at Oak Grove. You have touched the hearts of many and for that reason you will never be forgotten. You are now in a better place where there is no pain nor suffering. Rest in peace my dear. We will all meet again.
To the family:
Weep no more, for Ms. Richardson is in a safe place now. You will be in the prayers of many throughout this time of sorrow.
July 1, 2009
I LOVE YOU MS RICHARDSON
MRS MILLER GH REID MOM
Janine Bell
July 1, 2009
May God rest Joan Richardson's soul and grant her family peace. She cheerfully and lovingly brought light to so many young people who will feel her impact for a lifetime. Her commitment to expanding opportunities for cultural enrichment forever changed the fabric of our community. She will be missed.
Thank you, Joan, with Love
Elegba Folklore Society
SONIA HUNT
July 1, 2009
I remember Joan Richardson when she taught at Westover Hills when EPAH made the rounds in RPS. She was one of the teachers I looked forward to seeing in the teacher's lounge. She would always have something fun to say or she was selling belts. I was one of her best customers. I enjoyed being around her she knew how to light up a room. I was so sorry we lost her to another school. My sincerest condolences go out to her daughter and family. She is missed.
The Doyle Family
June 30, 2009
So many lives have been touched with her wisdom, grace and spirital presence. We will miss her. And may her dreams of music, dance and culture be forever present in the lives of all that she touched.
Pat Encarnacion
June 30, 2009
Ms. Richardson,
I love you with all my heart and soul. You joyful and loving spirit will never be forgotten. I truly thought you would live forever! Your passing has made me realize how truly precious life is. You will always be remembered.
Your soul has finally rested and the Lord called you home. Your memory will live on forever in our hearts!
Love Always,
Pat, Jose, and Jazzy.
Robin Scott
June 30, 2009
Joan, you fought the good fight of faith. Your body was tired, but your spirit lives on forever. My deepest sympathy to all loved ones.
Claudia Mangum
June 30, 2009
My heart and prayers go out to the Richardson family! Words can not express how Joan has touch me and my son's life..only she knows. Let her tell it we just gave birth to them but they were her kids and it was so true. "leave him with me, I got this". Joan driving them to the performances and us mothers following behind her because the boys always wanted to ride with her. I love you, I thank God for you and I will miss you!
Bishop Lindberg Edwards
June 30, 2009
To the family of Mrs. Joan Richardson. We have lost a great woman of God she was indeed a jewel. Her presence will be greatly missed. We are praying for you all that God will strengthen and keep you.
New Bethel Christain Fellowship
Linda & Tyra Cooper
June 30, 2009
Our father in heaven has picked one of his roses from his tree of many. My daughter Tyra and I will always have fond memories of Mrs. Richardson and her PTA productions at Reid Elementary. Mrs. Richardson will always have a special place in the heart of those who knew her especially her students. I can't began to explain the pain that Tyra is going through right now because it was Mrs. Richardson who comforted her in the lost of her father to cancer. To the Richardson family take comfort in knowing that not only have you lost such a TERRIFIC LADY even through all of her pain and suffering, but we all have lost.TO GOD BE THE GLORY FOR SHARING SUCH A GREAT PERSON WITH ALL OF US.
ALICE COOPER-CONLEY
June 30, 2009
In loving memory of a wonderful person who will truly be missed by all that she came in contact with. I will always cherish the memories that we had as teachers at Mosby Middle School. May the work you have done speak for you.
TONYA TOLER
June 30, 2009
MS.RICHARDSON SHE WAS THE MOST WONDERFUL PERSON I'VE EVER MET IN MY LIFE,I REMEMBER WHEN I WAS A KID AT REID&PATRICK HENRY SCHOOL SHE TAUGHT ME SO MUCH ALL THE MUSIC LESSONS FROM SCHOOL 2 SCHOOL SHE MADE A EFFORT 2 MAKE US THE BEST EVEN IF IT TOOK HER FUSSING A LITTLE BIT BUT IT WAS ALL OUT OF LOVE FROM THE HEART..MS.RICHARDSON U WERE SO MUCH MORE THAN A TEACHER 2 ME I HONESTLY FELT LIKE I WAS UR ADOPTED CHILD,I LOVE AND MISS U SO MUCH..THANK U 4 BEING MY INSPIRATION 2 GROW IN LIFE..YOU ARE SUCH A BEAUTIFUL EXAMPLE OF ANGEL IN DISGUISE AND NOW YOU HAVE UR WINGS..
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Jennifer Harper
June 30, 2009
Ms. Richardson was one of the most beautiful people that I have ever met. She was not only a teacher, but a mother and a friend to many. I have seen how she had an impact on my life and so many others in the G. H. Reid school family. Everything she did was from the heart even down to fussing about getting the songs and dances right. She was the best and will be greatly missed.
You will forever be in our hearts.
Love,
Linda Drummond
June 30, 2009
Our prayers are with you Narquinta ("Narqui" as Joan would say) through these trying times, but we say to you "Be Encouraged". Joan & I were friends for a very long time and she was a one of kind friend (fun & crazy) never a dull moment. We formed a singing group "Voices of Joy" and she made sure we "saaaaang". Joan was the "Kirk Franklin" of our time. I find comfort in knowing she is in Gods care. We love you Joan! Linda, Dee Dee, Benny, & Lovella
Brittney Hicks
June 30, 2009
The lost of a teacher and close family friend saddens my heart. My mother and Ms. Richardson have worked together for almost 16 years, she was the one and only music teacher i know at Reid. There is not one child at Reid that Ms. Richardson could say she didn't know, the majority of the students either you had her class,helped her after school, was in world ensemble, or got snatched up a couple of times.... She was the second mother to many and always there when you needed her. I love her dearly and will never forget how she impacted my life, she will be truly missed
Sonya Mcclure-Hopson
June 30, 2009
You have my deepest sympathy.My heart goes out to the Richardson family.She taught me when it used to be EPAH.She will truly be miss. Love Sonya
Devina Simmons
June 30, 2009
Words can not express my love, and respect fot this mighty woman of God. Joan was a secon mother and grandmother to many. She was an angel whose light will shine in all the childten she has touched. I will foever carry a part of her and try to honor her memory by being the woman she helped to grow and learn to love song. I had the great honor of having her teach me and then to work with her later in life. She reminded me of what a teacher should always be. A loving mentor. Thank God for allowing me to be in her presence.Miss you.
Charlene Jeffers
June 30, 2009
Ms.Richardson you will be missed. We will never forget the contributions you made into our childrens lives.Our prayers are with your family.
Charlene Jeffers, Justin, Taylor and Darius
June 30, 2009
Ms. Richardson impacted my life in ways I cannot even begin to describe. Her beautiful spirit will surely be missed. Keep watching over us.
Love, respect, and admiration,
Kera Woodard
Tiffany Starks
June 30, 2009
Ms. Richardson will be GREATLY missed. She's probably the person I have to credit for kickstarting my love for music. Being in the World Ensemble and getting to know her and interacting with her on a daily basis was one of the absolute BEST experiences of my life, and I'll never forget it. To this day, I still have video tapes of her at some of our performances. She was truly the best. I'm very sad to hear that she's passed, but I know she's in a better place.
June 30, 2009
God has called one of his angels home. Mrs. Richardson was truly a blessing to know. She is one of those teachers that we hear about but only a few will ever get to know. Mrs. Richardson was an inspiration to all that knew her in the classroom or outside. When she had to leave Reid School the kids were so sad because they knew they had someone who cared about them as a person first and a student secondly. My daughter was fortunate to know Mrs. Richardson and truly loved her music class.My most fond memories of Mrs. Richardson were the PTA programs when she would have the kids decked out in costumes that she would make even when she was getting to the point where it was a little to much for her due to her illness. Mrs. Richrdson you will truly be missed take your well deserve rest and to GOD be the glory.
GEROME COUSER
June 30, 2009
JOANIE WAS ONE OF THE MOST HAPPIEST PEOPLE I HAVE KNOWN,ALWAYS FULL OF SPIRIT AND CONSTANTLY LAUGHING,HER SPIRIT WILL LIVE ON AND SHE WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART.
Ebony Bland
June 30, 2009
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
De'Taj Gregory, Diondra Williams &
Judy Jenkins
June 30, 2009
Ms. Richardson was a great teacher with every child that I know. She was my daughter Shajuan's teacher for many years. I give my honor and glory to you for all you've done. May God Bless you and Keep you. Love you so much Judy, ShaJuan and La'Toya Jenkins
Margaret Hilliard
June 30, 2009
To The Richardson Family
I have known Joan most of my life growing up together in Tallahassee, FL & attending Florida A&M University together. We both later found ourselves in Richmond. She will be missed. Rest in peace my dear friend.
Margaret Pinkney Hilliard
Crystal Crosby
June 30, 2009
Ms. Richardson (sigh), We love you sooooo much and we will miss you dearly. June 25th was a very sad day for us but we know you will continue as you always have to watch over us and make sure we are okay.She was more than a loving friend to everyone....She was family and to most of us our other mother. She got to do something that was a long time dream for me, and that was to teach my kids. I told her I would have a singer, a dancer and a drummer and if god didnt put it into play lol. She raised most of us and molded us to be the bright, strong, independent and motivated individuals that we are today and I can't thank you enough for just that alone. She use to work with my grandmother Carolyn Years ago at the telephone company and then years afterwards I met her in 3rd grade at J. L. Francis then followed her to G.H. Reid....and I guess I never left her lol. She has taught so many of my family members and no matter how long you have seen her, " She never forgot her babies!" Ms. Richardson,Take care,keep watching over us and blow the whistle at Michael Jackson for us.(LOL)
Crystal Crosby
June 30, 2009
We love you Ms. Richardson! We will miss you so much.You were more than a friend to us you were family, our other mother and out of all the years you have been teaching you never forgot your babies.Keep smiling up there and watching over us. Hey while your at it blow the whistle at Micheal Jackson lol.
corey hancock
June 30, 2009
Ms Richardson was my favorite teacher at Reid. I loved her so much she kept me in check. She was hard on me but it paid off. RIP Ms Richardson I Love You So Much. Love,
Corey Hancock
Ashley Harper
June 30, 2009
There is nothing like having to say goodbye to the ones you love. The best thing that we can do is remember the great qualities of that person and the experiences that we shared with them. Some of my greatest memories of Ms.Richardson are of her not allowing any child to be left behind after school, when other adults would look at the children and just turn their heads. She would pile all the children into her famous red jeep and take them home, no matter how far and in the opposite direction it took her from where she needed to go. Ms. Richardson also refused to let people in need go without. I fondly remeber her always going into her pocket to buy children lunch when they forgot their lunch money or when their parents just simply could not afford it. She did this out of the kindness of her heart because she knew that most of the times she would not get that money back. She knew that being selfless and doing good things for others may not have a monetary payback, but we all knew that her payback was coming in the after life. Ms. Richardson was a mother, friend, and a guidance counselor to all and this is how I choose to remember her. I am still saddened by this loss; but I know she is still making life a little bit more bearable for those elsewhere. She will be greatly missed.
SHIFFON TISDALE
June 30, 2009
TO A WONDERFUL FRIEND AND SECOND MOTHER
MS. RICHARDSON WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON AND SHE WILL BE MISSED DEARLY, I WILL NEVER FORGET THE TIMES THAT WE SHARED TOGETHER. I HAVE KNOWN MS RICHARDSON SINCE THE WORLD ENSEMBLE AND BEING A WONDERFUL MUSIC TEACHER AT G.H.REID AND ALWAYS HAVING YOUR BACK. WE ALL FUSSED, CRIED AND LAUGHED TOGETHER AND THOSE ARE THE MEMORIES THAT I WILL NEVER FORGET, I LOVE YOU AND WILL ALWAYS REMEBER YOU.
LOVE,
SHIFFON
KENYA INGRAM
June 29, 2009
OH GOD, MY DEAR MS.RICHARDSON A BEAUTIFUL WOMAN I'VE KNOWN YOU SINCE MY COUSIN{LATOYA ROBERTSON} WAS SIX YEARS OLD .YOU WAS A TEACHER ,MENTOR ,A MOTHER TO ALL THOSE YOUNG WOMAN AND A CLOSE FAMILY FRIEND TO US.YOU WILL BE MISSED EVERYONE ADORES YOU.YOU TOUCHED SO, MANY LIVES YOU TAUGHT DANCE (AFRICAN)DANCE & MUSIC YOU ARE AMAZING AND YOU HAD SUCH A WARM EMBRACE AND A BIG IMPACT ON YOUTH.I WANT YOU TO KNOW I LOVE YOU SO MUCH & YOU WILL TRULY BE MISSED GOD BLESS UR FAMILY!LOVE,KENYA & FAMILY {RIP}REST IN PARADISE..........
Teniquawa Hewlett aka Neek and Doneishia Hill aka Neishia
June 29, 2009
We've known Mrs.Richardson since elementary days.She was an excellent music teacher.You taught me my friends and my sibilings.You will be truly be missed.I have excellent memories of you.I was in the World Ensemble and it was great.You will truly be missed.I miss you so much.I remember when you first told us you had cancer and you asked us if we wanted you to wear a wig or natural.We were young and we said natural,you said why and I said because your dreads didn't make us love you your personality did.We love you and miss so much and you will be missed. I have so many memories of you and good ones at that.There wasn't anything we couldn't come to you about.Love you and your family is in my prayer.Reid was an awesome school because your presence kept it alive.I wish this was a dream and i woke up and you were still here,but God only takes the very best.You taught our parents at George Wythe.You have history in our life.You were a mom,a friend, a mentor, an awesome teacher and most of all a good person.Your days in the trailor aka your choir class will never be forgotten.
From the Staff of Mimms Funeral Home
June 30, 2009
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Cierra Taylor
June 29, 2009
I am so thankful that God placed Ms. Richardson in my life. As a teacher, mentor and mother figure, Ms. Richardson had such a powerful impact over myself and many others. Words can not express the pain I feel right now, however I know that you are resting peacefully. Your encouraging words and unselfish spirit, I will always carry with me. You will truly, truly be missed but never forgotten. Love you always.
Nelson Lawson
June 29, 2009
Joan will always be remembered not only as a great music teacher, but moreover as a caring, giving lady who gave each child her heart. She was dedicated to students, parents and to her colleagues. She lifted the spirits of all who came in contact with her. She made magnificent dancers and drummers of students who in turn performed to the delight of many audiences. She used every opportunity to teach and to impart wisdom. Joan will be greatly missed, but her magnanimous spirit will live on through her students.
Sharonda Carter
June 29, 2009
To my Mother, My Friend, and My Inspiration:
You were one of the GREATEST WOMEN that GOD could have put on this earth. I remember when i joined the WORLD ENSEMBLE, it was the best experience ever. It was like a family, you as a Mother, and the rest of the group were my brothers and sisters, regardless of nationality. You have been there for me when I thought the world turned its back on me. You were like a Modern day "Madea" in my eyes!!! You said what you wanted and you always spoke wisdom, you have helped so many of us grow and become the successful individuals that we are today. If it wasn't for you, your strict but gentle ways and the group/family that you created, who knows where most of us wouldve ended up..My memories are all good ones from the performances in G.H. Reid all the way to Yorktown!!! I will always remember you in my heart and soul...I LOVE YOU!!!!! You will be missed but NEVER FORGOTTEN!!!!
June 29, 2009
Joan was a friend, a mother figure, a spiritual advisor and much much more to me and my daughter. She will be deeply missed, but will live on in our hearts forever.
"God saw you getting tired,
And when a cure was not to be.
He wrapped his arms around you,
And whispered," Come Home To Me".
You didn't deserve
What you went through,
So He gave you rest.
God's garden must be so beautiful,
He only takes the best".
Love You Forever!!!!
Yolanda & Kaala Rance
Majried Mangum
June 29, 2009
My mentor, teacher, mom, and friend. She was the heart Reid. I was a member of the World Ensemble were she started for kids to have something to do with there life other than being n the streets. I know I didnt get to tell you how college is going n everything but now i know ur n a better place where u can watch ova me now. I can write for days about this lady and wat she did for our community. I luv you so much..you will always be loved and truly missed..
Philnisha Ridley
June 29, 2009
Mrs. Richardson..Was a wonderful, down to earth, tell it like it is woman. I've known this strong and talented woman since I was a student at G.H Reid. She was a wonderful music teacher; I look forward to going to school just to see her. I was very blessed to have been a part of her choir, it was a joy to be around her and work with her. She can never be replaced, or forgotten. She was a fighter and I know she fought to the end...You can rest now...
Mary Williams
June 29, 2009
To a great lady! who had wonderful heart and a love for her children and music. She taught my child at Reid school in dance and music. Ms. Richardson we will miss you. To the family, thank you for having, sharing a great mother, sister,and friend with the world. Her teaching of dance an music will never be forgotten. God gave us a great person, and now He has a greater work for her to do for Him. We love you, Ms. Joan Richardson.
Mrs. Mary Williams & Family
Tamieka Vaughan
June 29, 2009
Well there is a lot that I could say about Ms. Richardson but there is not enough space to put it all. I can remember when you first put together the World Ensemble at G.H. Reid. You took on the responsibility (with ease) to teach us about different cultures and ways of life that some of us would have never taken interest in at the age we were at that time. You were not only a teacher to us but you were a role model and a mom away from home. Even though you have been called up to your final resting place we know that your spirit will always be here with us. Heaven just received a wonderful woman!!
I love you and you will be missed dearly.
Theresa Cuthrell
June 29, 2009
To My Mother and Friend,
Words could never explain how much you will be missed. It is because of you Ms. Richardson, that I have made it this far in life. You have truly been an inspiration to so many people and touched so many lives. Your courage and perseverance will never be forgotten. Your memory will always be cherished. You spirit lives with me and I will always be able to keep it alive by working hard to be a blessing to others. I Love You!
Lateesh Goodman
June 28, 2009
To an AMAZING WOMAN,
You have been an inspiration to so many. You have touched so many lives in ways unspoken. You are truly the definition of a "strong" and "phenomenal" woman that all of us to desire to be. I'm very gratefuly to have had the chance to have you in my life. Even though God has called you home, the impression that you've left on our lives will last forever. You will always be loved and missed.
Deidre & Alfred Harris
June 28, 2009
The loss of this wonderful person is saddening to so many whose lives she permeated.We all were blessed.Thank you Ms.Richardson,your legacy will live on in all of your"babies",and you will be sorely missed.
Christopher Harris
June 28, 2009
The loss of this very special,loving woman,teacher,friend,mentor,and mother,to many,including myself has left a deap gash in my heart. Ms. Joan Richardson was with me from the day I stepped foot into Reid Elementary and guided me through so many trials, that I chose to go wrong, but she made me go right.I was a member of the World Ensemble until she tired of the duties needed to maintain the group. Although she had students who could run the group it would never be like her teaching and instructing us. Ms. Richardson was a great person, a person who had the sight to see potential in a person who could not see it in their self and would push them until they could recognize their potential. She was hard on certain individuals such as myself, not because my mother gave her permission lol, but because she cared and she hated to see a person drag them self to destruction. Ms. Richardson was a person that I loved dearly and will never forget, a person that I can call my mother because she was there each and every time I needed her. But to sum this all out I luv u Ms. Richardson and believe me when I say this, you will truly be missed.
marquitta branch
June 28, 2009
i was apart of the world ensemble.she was the one who gave me the nickname 'James Brown' :).i've known her since i was a little girl.i have so many memories of her that i will keep close to my heart.i will miss her dearly.
LaToya Robertson
June 27, 2009
Words cannot express how much I will miss this wonderful woman who has truly touched my life. Even until the end of her battle, she has been a constant source of inspiration, showing a face of courage and faith. Ms. Richardson was my mentor, mother, counselor, spiritual advisor-- a most trusted and admired friend who can never be replaced. She lived her life freely by spreading her love and wisdom to the children who were so blessed to be in her presence. And though my heart greives because she is gone, I will forever cherish her spirit--as it will forever be a part of me.
Antonio Williams
June 27, 2009
i've known Ms.Richardson since oak grove annex and reid elementary as the
best music teacher around and she can
make a piano sing and took all of us
students back to our culture about
african music and she will be missed
and may JEHOVAH GOD and his son Jesus
watch over the family of Ms.Richardson
johnny mclean
June 27, 2009
she was the best band teacher i ever had i havee so many memories of the world ensemble
ALICIA, FERNDO, DERNADO AND DARIEN COLEMAN
June 27, 2009
I've known Ms Richardson for over 25years, she taught me at Oak Grove elementary school when i was a child, she also taught my three children at Reid Elementary, my family and i have a history with her which is very rare, ms richardson was like a mother figure to us all, my family and i send our condolences, she will be greatly missed by many
TO Ms Richardson's Family
AS FOR EVERYTHING THERE IS A SEASON, AND A TIME FOR EVERY MATTER UNDER HEAVEN, A TIME TO BE BORN AND A TIME TO DIE, A TIME TO WEEP AND A TIME TO LAUGH, A TIME TO MOURN AND A TIME TO DANCE,(ECCLESIASTES 3:1-3,7,8) WITH THAT BEING SAID DON'T BE DISMAYED ABOUT YOUR LOST REJOICE WITH THE LORD FOR HE HAS PREPARED A PLACE FOR HER AND HAS CALLED HER HOME TO ENJOY, THE LORD KNOWS HOW SPECIAL SHE WAS TO ALL WHO KNEW HER AND HE WAS MUCH AWARE OF HER HEART FELT BATTLE SHE ENDURED, HE TOOK ALL THE PAIN AWAY, SHE'S GOOD, SHE IS EVEN MORE HAPPIER NOW. BE HAPPY FOR HER FOR SHE WILL SEE YOU ALL AGAIN
YOUR FAMILY WILL CONTINUE TO BE IN OUR PRAYERS
Linda Wallace
June 27, 2009
Joan was my colleague for almost 30 years at G.H.Reid. My life was vastly richer for having known her. There was no one in this world who had a kinder heart, better disposition, greater sense of humor, more generosity than Joan. There was no one like her, she was truly one of a kind. Her greatest legacy are all the young people that she loved and counseled. I know that they will never forget her, none who knew her will ever forget her.
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