Virginia Young Richardson

Virginia Richardson Obituary

RICHARDSON, Virginia Young, 89, passed away peacefully at her beloved farm in Goochland County, Va., on August 27, 2008. The daughter of the late Dr. Charles Augustus and Jettie C. Young of Roanoke, Va., she was predeceased by her husband of 66 years, L. W. "Crit" Richardson; and her brother, Dr. Charles Augustus Young Jr. She is survived by her sister, Helen E. Young and Janet E. Wynot of Bent Mt., Va.; five children, Lynwood W. Richardson II, Ronnie R. Thornton and husband, John S. Thornton Jr., George T. Richardson, D. Ward Richardson and wife, Karen S. Richardson, and Crit Taylor Richardson and wife, Elizabeth A. Richardson; and nine grandchildren, J. Stuart Thornton III, D. Allen Thornton, Virginia M. Richardson, Alyson K. Richardson, Kristen N. Richardson, C. Taylor Richardson Jr., Matthew W. Richardson, Robert T. Richardson and Sarah A. Richardson; a niece, Kendall Y. Ruscher; and a nephew, Charles A. Young III. She was a devoted mother, loyal wife, and enjoyed canoeing, sailing and traveling with Crit. Mrs. Richardson particularly enjoyed riding with her many friends at Deep Run Hunt Club and the Graves Mt. gang. Always generous, kind and cheerful, she loved all people and put her needs last. She was a lifetime member of Deep Run Hunt Club, the Goochland Garden Club and the Goochland Historical Society. The family wishes to express its deep appreciation to mother's wonderful and faithful caregivers, Charles Allen, Arlene Smith, Peggy Bowles, Bertha Washington, Eunice Robertson and Ginny Clayton. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the Central Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 3215 Cutshaw Avenue. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, September 2, at Second Baptist Church. Interment will follow at "Golden Seven Farm," Crozier, Va. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Second Baptist Church, 9614 River Rd., Richmond, Va. 23229, Crozier Fire and Rescue No. 2, Crozier, Va. 23039; Running Strong For American Indian Youth, c/o Christian Relief Services, P.O. Box 670, Raton, N.M. 87740; or a charity of your choice.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Aug. 29 to Sep. 2, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Virginia Richardson

7 Entries

George Deems

September 2, 2008

To all of the Richardson family. We are so sorry to hear of her passing. Nancy, Julia and myself have fond memories of the your wonderful mother. Memories that go back to the days our two famlies lived on Sleepy Hollow Road when I was growing up. While we reside in Atlanta our thoughts are with you and we will forever miss your mom.

Anton Adams

September 1, 2008

Hey Gang,
Virginia and Critt will always be a wonderful memory from sliegh riding to cannoing the river. I really miss those days....you all are fabulous!!

Louise "Lulu" Oyler

September 1, 2008

Sorry to hear of Grandmothers passing. I shared in many enjoyable times in their home. You are ALL in my heart and thoughts.

Cindy Adams

September 1, 2008

Dear Ronnie & the boys,

I am so very sorry for your loss. Losing your mother is such a difficult experience. Your mom was already an angel on this earth, and I have faith that she will be watching over you always...continue to hold her dear in your hearts, and her spirit will soar.

I do not have to tell you how beautiful your mother was, both on the inside and out. l am delighted that I came to know her through Dotte and Big Tony -- sharing times on James River float trips & sharing in the experience of God's spectacular creation was such a treat!

Love to all,
Cindy Adams (and Taylor)

Chris and Jamie Furrate

August 31, 2008

We are so sorry for the loss of your mother and grandmother. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Becky Stevems

August 30, 2008

George, Ward, and the Richardson family - I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Victoria Simms

August 29, 2008

I take this opportunity to say how sorry I am to the Richardson family for their loss. Virginia was the sweetest woman I've ever known, not only was she the highlight of my night at The North Pole by being such a wonderful patron, she was truly a great friend. I will miss cracking her crablegs and cutting up her filet. I will toast to her welcome to Heaven with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ with a Bloody Mary in her honor. I love you Virginia and you will be missed, but never forgotten.

Victoria Simms
The North Pole Restaurant
Crozier, Va

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