On Thursday, April 2, 2026, Ruth Elnora Richardson entered into eternal rest at the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Health Community Memorial Hospital in
South Hill, Virginia. She was the daughter of the late Mary Walker and the wife of the late Elder William E. Richardson.

Ruth was born on September 5, 1940 at the historic Freedmen’s Hospital in Washington, D.C. During her early years, she attended Mecklenburg County Public
Schools. She was baptized at an early age and became a member of Shiloh Baptist Church. Later in life, she became a faithful member of the Bibleway Church of Christ in Boydton, Virginia where she remained until her passing. She served in numerous capacities at Bibleway Church, including Mother of the Church, a member of the Missionary Society, and an usher. She was also a dedicated servant in the community, participating in the Noon Day Prayer Group and the Women and Girls Prayer Circle. She worked for and retired from Russell Stover Candies after many years of service. Beyond her work in the church and community, Ruth was a devoted homemaker and wife, raising her children with love and care.

A woman of strength, grace, and unwavering faith, she was also a proud matriarch whose wisdom, warmth, and guidance shaped generations. Whether through her
comforting words, home-cooked meals, steadfast prayers, encouragement, or community involvement, she made everyone who crossed her path feel cherished and
seen. She enjoyed reading her Bible, participating in church prayer groups, working on word search puzzles, and driving (with the pedal to the metal).

Ruth is survived by her six children: Carolyn, Margaret, Calvin (Loretta), Karen, Tony, and Anita; two grandchildren: Ciera and Bria; two siblings: Rose Baskerville and John Goode; and special relatives Albert Richardson, Leeanna Jackson, and Terrick Bowers. She also leaves a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and close friends who will deeply miss her presence. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Walker; her beloved husband, Elder William E. Richardson, with whom she shared 43 years of marriage; and her cherished cat, Miss Kitty.

On Friday, April 10, 2026, there will be a walk through from 1:00PM-6:00PM. There will be a viewing at Bibleway on Saturday, April 11. 2026 from 11:00AM-12:00PM. Funeral service will begin at 12:00PM.

Funeral service for Mother Ruth Richardson will be held at the Bibleway Church of Christ; 800 Skipwith Road; Boydton, Virginia. The Reverend Linda B. Goode will officiate and the Elder Carl Luck will deliver the eulogy.

Condolences may be sent to cartersfuneralhomeva@gmail.com. Carter's Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.