Christopher “Chris” Richardson was born on June 19, 1967, to the late Vance Richardson and Dorothy Jones in Newark, New Jersey. He later moved to Richmond, Virginia with his family while still a young child.
Chris accepted Christ at an early age and attended Fifth Street Baptist Church in Richmond, where he also enjoyed going to Skate Land with family and friends.
In 2016, Christopher met the love of his life Monica. They later joined hands in Marriage on June 19, 2018, as he wanted to celebrate both of his happiest days together. Chris was a die-hard Dallas Cowboys fan, loved waking up early mornings to maintenance the yard and countless trips to visit family and friends where he always had a great time and left everyone with memories to cherish forever.
Christopher was a former employee of Portsmouth Naval Shipyard and transitioned to a career with Amazon in Suffolk, Va.
Christopher Richardson departed this life on Friday, March 22, 2024. He was preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy Jones, father Vance Richardson and sister Benita Alston.
He leaves to cherish his memory: his wife, Monica Richardson; two stepdaughters, Erica Shelton-Gonzalez and Temeka Shelton. Grandchildren, Jaden Gonzalez and Saniah Gonzalez; Stepmother, Venda Richardson; Brothers, Vance Richardson Jr (Jessica) of Chesterfield, VA, James Alston (Stephanie) of Richmond, VA, Keith Alston; Sisters, Andrea Alston (Percell) of Richmond, VA Clemis Macklin (Herbert) of Richmond, VA; Uncles, Allen Jones Jr (Otellia), Morris Jones (Shirley), Wilbert Jones Sr (Janice), William Jones (Deborah), Melvin Jones (Gayle), Maurice Richardson, Celister Richardson (Beatrice), Aunts: Mary Fuller, Martha Alston, Bessie Lou (Malone), Sarah Watkins (Walter), Susie Fondren; Childhood friends, Nile Oliver and Leroy “Burl” Cain; Best friends, Keith Godwin, Adrain Judd and Hashim Henry and a host of more Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and friends.
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Darlene Christian says
March 28, 2024 at 9:51 pmMy dear friend Monica, I am so sorry for the loss of your husband Chris. I pray that God comforts you and give you peace. May all the wonderful memories of your life together help get you through this time of sorrow. Love you!
David Whitehurst says
March 29, 2024 at 9:10 amMonica, Robin and I are deeply saddened over this news. We are here for you in this sorrow filled time. Peace to you and your family.
Vernell Robertson says
April 2, 2024 at 10:39 pmMonica my condolences to you and Chris family it’s won’t be easy for a while but I will be here for you after everyone goes on with their lives. I extend my hand to you as long as you need it your friend..
Rodney Bathurst says
April 4, 2024 at 11:39 amMonica, Paulette and I are so sorry about Chris. If we can do anything for you please let us know. You are in our prayers. We are here for you.
Rev. W. D. Sellers Sr says
April 5, 2024 at 2:04 pmOur deepest condolences to the family may God continue to keep you and comfort you during this time of sorrow.
Rev. W.D. Sellers Sr. and wife Deborah.