Obituary of George Richardson

Richardson, William George

George Richardson passed away on October 22, 2019, at the Carveth Care Centre in Gananoque following a period of failing health.  Predeceased in 1989 by his wife Rosemary (nee Dougherty) and in 2019 by his sisters Margaret Proudfoot and Frances Crawford.  He will be dearly missed by his children Tim Richardson (Sylvia), Jim Richardson (Brenda) and Jane Richardson (Kevin).  Fondly remembered by his grandchildren Douglas (Bev), Taylor (Amy), Sarah (Alex), Allison (Phil), Kyra and Chloe; great-grandchildren Quinn, Owen, Conner, Kailey and Xander and his extended family, particularly Donna Norman and his nieces and their families.  The family would like to thank friends and colleagues who have supported the family through this difficult time. A special thank you to the staff at Carveth Care Centre who were involved in George’s care for the past two years and special thanks also to Lisa Reynolds of For the Love of Seniors for her consistently kind and thoughtful support of George.  The family held a private celebration of life at Tompkins Funeral Home on November 2, 2019.  If desired, donations to reflect George’s lifelong love of the outdoors may be made to the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters or to Ducks Unlimited Canada.