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Bennie Lee Richardson, Jr.


Sunrise: October 10, 1945

Sunset: March 18, 2019

The Life and Legacy of Brother Bennie L. Richardson, Jr.

“If my people who are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.” 2 Chron 7:14

Bennie Lee Richardson, Jr. was born October 10, 1945 to Bennie L. Richardson, Sr. and Mary Ann West Richardson in the Deep Creek Section of Norfolk County.  God in His infinite wisdom summoned him home on Monday, March 18, 2019 to dwell with Him eternally.   He was predeceased by his parents and beautiful sister Janice Clarke.

Bennie retired after 25+ years of service at Old Dominion Peanut Corp, Norfolk, VA.  Left to cherish his memory, his wife of 22 years Reverend Dr. Margaret Frierson Baker Richardson, seven daughters and two sons, one nephew, 42 grandchildren and a host of loving extended family and friends.

Viewing Monday, April 1, 2019 Metropolitan Funeral Service 5605 Portsmouth Boulevard Portsmouth, VA 23701 Service Tuesday, April 2, 2019 11:00am St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church 2714 Frederick Boulevard Portsmouth, VA 23704 Interment Greenlawn Memorial Gardens 3920 Airline Boulevard Chesapeake, VA 23321

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    Desmond` Stills says

    Thank you so much for seeking me out at Bobby’s funeral last year. I hadn’t seen you in many years, and had no idea it would be the last time. My condolences to the family. May God give you comfort that no words can provide.

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    Deli says

    I’m sorry for your loss. Please take comfort in Christ promise of the resurrection, John 5:28,29..

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    Wanda Daughtry says

    My heartfelt condolences to Mr. Bennie’s family. I am truly heart broken for your loss. Mr. Bennie and family were there for our family when my dad passed away. He was such a kind and dear lifelong friend to my dad and he will be missed. Rest easy.

    “Blessed are those who mourn, For they shall be comforted.”
    ‭‭Matthew‬ ‭5:4‬

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      Vicky Porter says

      Praying for the family of my dear friend , Bennie Jr. We all grew up together in Deep Creek , just like one big family . Loved his Mama and sister Janice dearly.Going to miss him .

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