Dennis D. Richardson

Dennis D. Richardson, 67, of Waldron, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at Waldron Health and Rehabilitation.

He was born November 23, 1956, in Shelbyville, the son of Ernest J. and Janet Sue (Andis) Richardson.

Dennis is survived by his sons, Jimmy Richardson of Shelbyville, Jamey Richardson of Boggstown, Jacob Richardson of Greenwood and John Brown; brothers, Bill Richardson and wife, Laura, Doug Richardson and Charles Richardson and wife, Molly, all of Shelbyville, and Richard Richardson and wife, Missy, of Shelby County; granddaughter, Myah Marie Crist; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Jennie Richardson; infant brother, Jimmy Dean Richardson and his dog, Little Bear.

He worked at Detroit Steel for 25 years, as a fork lift operator.

In his free time, Dennis loved to be with his sons, cracking jokes with his one-of-a-kind sense of humor. He cared deeply for others and had a heart of gold. 

Dennis loved to make people laugh and had a passion for cars and racing. He also enjoyed going camping, watching westerns and Yellowstone, and playing bowling on the Wii.

He will live on forever in the hearts of all who had the privilege to know him.

Visitation will be from 2 to 3:30 pm, Friday, November 15, 2024, at Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, Carmony-Ewing Chapel, 819 S. Harrison St. in Shelbyville.

Funeral services will follow at 3:30 pm, Friday, at the funeral home, with Rev. Dr. Steve Bohall officiating.

Interment will be at Van Pelt Cemetery in Shelby County.

Online condolences may be shared with Dennis’ family at www.freemanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.