BORN

1921

DIED

2014

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Thomas Richardson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 28, 2014.

Thomas E. Richardson, 92, passed away February 27, 2014. He was the beloved husband of Emma E. (Mancini) Richardson. Born in Providence, a son of the late James H. and Margaret A. (Kelly) Richardson.

Along with his wife, he is survived by his children, Capt. Thomas Richardson, Jr. (Ret. NPPD) and his wife Gail, and Karen J. Northup; his grandchildren Kelly and Kyle; his beloved dog Harpo; and his sibilings Joseph, Robert and Kenneth Richardson and Margaret Gardner. He was the brother of the late James, Edward, Owen and Raymond Richardson, and Evelyn Sparven.

Mr. Richardson had served in the U.S. Army during WWII and was a recipient of the Bronze Star Medal.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday at 10 a.m. in St. Thomas Church, 65 Fruit Hill Avenue, Providence. Burial with Military Honors will follow in the Rhode Island Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Exeter. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Tribute Program, P.O. Box 1000, Dept.142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142.

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March 5, 2014

Colleen M (Casey) & Louie Ranieri

Dear Tom, The Richardson Family & Many Loving Friends,
I'm so sorry to hear of your fathers' passing.
I..do..know 'the Feeling, the Void, the Pain....
May he be at PEACE..now & for eternity ..till you (all) meet again.
'Just call..(him) talk to Him..he'll be 'there ..for you..In Spirit, In your Heart & Soul.

March 5, 2014

D McCarthy

I am so sorry for your loss. May the Most High God comfort you during these difficult days. (Psalm 83:18)

March 5, 2014

Capt and Family Please accept my heartful condolence to you and your family on the loss of your dad. Your family will be in my prayers during this trying time. Capt always remember the good times you had with him.
Chief DiCenzo - Florida

March 4, 2014

Kathy & Dennis Simoneau

Tom,
Sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family. It has been said that a Son is but a mere reflection of his Father; as such your Father was truly a good man.

March 3, 2014

Carmela Richards-Marcello

Emma,Karen and Tom, deepest condolences to all of you, heaven has another angel. Bob and Carmela Marcello

March 3, 2014

Ernie Greco

Tommy,
I'm sorry about the loss of your father. I read the obituary from afar in ProJo.com I know the pain you are experiencing. It takes time and prayer to handle it and get through it. You're strong, Tom. Please accept my deepest sympathy. Give my condolences to your mother, sister and entire family. All of you will remain in my thoughts and prayers as I will be doing the same for your father.

March 3, 2014

Dear Emma ^ The Richardson Family
My condolences to all, in memory of a good friend of Claire & Chris Pagliaro.

Tom will be sadly missed! Claire Pagliaro

March 3, 2014

Tom & Family, I am so sorry to see the passing of your dad. His military accomplishments are truly admirable. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Sincerely Richard and Marcia Tramonti

March 2, 2014

Ken & Janis Volpe

Tommy and Gail and the Richardson family Janis and I were sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. May he rest in peace.

March 2, 2014

Tony Carbone

To the Richardson family,
I worked with Tom at the Post Office for many years. I was President of the Mailhanders Union and Tommy was a strong advocate in the work place and a great guy to work with. May I extend my sympathy to the whole family and may Tom rest in peace.

March 2, 2014

Tommy & Family,

So sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. Keep the good memories close to your heart and may God give you the strength during this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Rob&Pam Palombo & family

March 2, 2014

Joe Romano

Tommy, I am sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. My prayers are with you and your family.

March 2, 2014

Albert M. DeCristofano

Tom & Family, I'm sorry to have read of the passing of your father. I will keep him in my prayers.

March 2, 2014

Tom & Family,

Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Tony Phillips, Ret. Det. No.Prov. PD
Pompano Beach, FL

March 2, 2014

Tom and Family: Jacki & I send our sincere condolence. We will keep your Dad in our thoughts and prayers. Lt. Conrad Zahn, Ret. NPPD & DHS/TSA

March 2, 2014

BEVERLY PALOMBO

TO THE RICHARDSON FAMILY I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS TOM WILL BE
MISSED. BEV.

March 2, 2014

Tom I send my sincerest condolences to you and your family. We will keep you and your Dad in our prayers. The Martufi Family.

March 2, 2014

Ron & Denise Giessler (Newton)

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

March 2, 2014

Capt. Jim Cerep, Ret. NPPD

Tom and Family: I am very sorry for your loss. I will keep your Dad in my thoughts and prayers.



Capt. Jim Cerep Ret. NPPD

March 2, 2014

Capt. Jim Cerep,Ret. NPPD

Tom and Family: I am very sorry for your loss. I will keep your Dad in my thoughts and prayers.



Capt. Jim Cerep Ret. NPPD

March 2, 2014

TO THE RICHARDSON FAMILY,

I AM SORRY TO LEARN OF TOMMYS PASSING. HE HAS BEEN A GOOD FRIEND SINCE OUR SMITH HILL DAYS. WE WILL MISS HIM.

PETE CARDULLO

March 2, 2014

The Staff of Pontarelli-Marino Funeral Home

Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.

March 1, 2014

Deb Morrison

Tommy and Karen, Ed and I are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Deb & Ed

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