Joan Yvonne Richardson Obituary
In loving memory of Joan Yvonne Richardson in Stellarton, Nova Scotia, who departed this world on December 30, 2025 at the age of 82. Joan leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joan Yvonne Richardson to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Jean Murphy (MacNeil) and James Murphy; her son Bradley Richardson; and her brothers, Jerry and Warren Murphy.
She is survived by: her great grandchildren, Grace Richardson, Tim, Brooke, Carly Barsness, Jennifer Worthen, Terry, Josh (Emily), Brandon (Claire), Jeff Richardson, Allyson, Cameryn, Jamie and Nikki; her sister Kathleen Bryan (Kay); Briar.
Visitation was held on Saturday, January 10th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the H. C. MacQuarrie Funeral Chapel (18 Acadia Ave, Stellarton, NS B0K1S0). A known germaphobe, she made Lysol wipes and proper hand washing technique fashionable long before the pandemic.
Alzheimer's disease cruelly robbed mom from enjoying her life over the last eight years, but we will forever remember her for her intelligence, empathy, and love of life and family.