Dorothy Jean Richardson Obituary

In loving memory of Dorothy Jean Richardson of Plainfield, Pennsylvania, who departed this world on January 5, 2026 at the age of 84. Dorothy leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Mildred Marcell (Burris) and Eugene Burkett; her brother Harry; and her son-in-law Paul Runk. She is survived by: her husband Martin Richardson; her children, John Angevine (Michele) of Maryland, Selena Runk of Newville and Karen Richardson Griffith (Jim) of Plainfield; her grandchildren, Renee, Christopher, Jelena and Aedan; and her siblings, Barbara Jones, Floyd Burkett, Beverly Jane Burkett and James Burris. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Katharine Drexel Scholarship to benefit needy students at Saint Patrick School.