He leaves to cherish his memories a wife of 29 years, Nidia Richardson; three daughters, Sharon Richardson, USAF Retired, Sonya Richardson and Keesha Richardson both of Fayetteville, NC; four step-children, Maria Paulino, Rafael Paulino, Jesus Pauliino, Arimendi Paulino, Dominican Republic; two sisters, Verdelle Worthy and Emma Richardson both of Montgomery, L; two brothers, Alto (Mary) Richardson, Midlothian, VA; and Ned Richardson Jr., Montgomery, AL; two grandsons, Demetrius Burton, US Navy, Micah Nord, Fayetteville, NC; one granddaughter, Journey Howard, Fayetteville, NC; devoted nephew, Alex Hall III, Montgomery, AL; devoted nieces, Tracey Worthy and Tonda Harmon, Montgomery, AL; a host of other nieces, nephews and cousins.