John Edward Richardson Obituary
The family of John Edward Richardson (Chicago, Illinois) announces his passing on July 13, 2026. John Edward, born on September 26, 1944, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Edward Richardson to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, David Richardson, Sr. and Inez Joiner Richardson; and his siblings, David Richardson, Jr., Leon Richardson, Redic Richardson, Jestine Williams, Sylvia Sloan, Ruth King and Louise Carpenter.
He is survived by: his wife Fannie Richardson; his children, John Edward Richardson, Jr. (Kathy) of Richmond, Texas and Coretta Richardson of Surprise, Arizona; his siblings, Lethonia Richardson of Lexington, Mississippi, Randolph Richardson (Liz) of Detroit, Michigan, Amie Thurman of St. Louis Missouri, Daisy Haywood of Farmers Branch, Texas, Pastelle Bivens of South Haven, Mississippi, Sherwin Richardson of Los Angeles, California., Dr. Hal Richardson of Los Angeles, California. and Dr. Brenda Richardson of Los Angeles, California.; his grandchildren, Johanna, Antoine, John III, Jasmine, Dominic, Courtney and Jonah; his brother Clarence Fox; and his godchildren, Jane Pedraza and LaSean Thompson. He is also survived by sixteen great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members, and dear friends.
