Mary Etta Barnhardt Richardson

My mother was a worldly lady. She taught us to love and be who you are. She taught us to dress our best and look nice where ever or when ever you walk out the door. She will truly be missed. Our Buddy is resting with her along with my dad and Pepper. I will always love ❤️ you.

Sorry to hear of your lost. Praying for her girls

Julia McCollum #ClassOf1977

Thank you for providing our family with the last rights of our loved one. She spent many times there sitting and talking about Madison. My mother will truly be missed.

Man she will be missed missed missed. Always in my thoughts and heart. Love you all fam. LaTonya

I'm so sorry for your loss, family and friends.. Mrs. Richardson was one of my favorite teachers, I remember getting a spanking from her and then she would beat me home to tell my Grandmother about it before I could even get off the bus, lol.. Mrs. Richardson was a virtuous woman, a woman with lots of class and such a kind heart. I had the pleasure of seeing her again as an adult, at one of my family gatherings, her nails were just as fly as they were when I was a kid and her hair still in place. She told me about her next trip to the mountains and she said "Come on and go with me sometimes".. She had such an inviting heart. I was thinking about Mrs. Richardson really heavy the day before she passed, bc I wanted to pass a message to her.. My Aunt called me the next day to tell me she had passed, and I'm so hurt. Mrs. Richardson, I'm so sorry and I love you.. Rest with Jesus ...My Prayers and Thoughts are with the family Blessings to Beretta and Babby

So sorry for your loss we worked together in the school wonderful lady love and prayers .Lucille Tilley.

Such a wonderful lady who touched so many lives. She will be greatly missed

My condolences and prayers goes out to the family. You have my deepest sympathy.

Shirley Simms

She was a special lady, whom I have known for many years and shall miss her especially at McDonalds where we use to meet and several would gather and talk. "Buddy" was special also. Sandy and Betty Ann Brown

We are going to miss you very much, but I know you're already hanging out with Jesus. Is a joy to know we will see you again in heaven! Continued prayers for your family! Luv Brandon, Autumn, Taylor, and Gracyn Brown

To The Richardson Family : There are no words to describe how You are feeling. Just wanted to Thank You all for letting us at Arthur's Jewelry the honor of repairing her jewelry. She gave all of us picture frames . We would always tease her about her long fingernails. She will greatly missed. Praying for You All.

I will miss you and all that you added to the Reidsville Downtown Senior Citizen club. LILLIAN GWYNN

To my family we have lost another Pilar of our family, now more than ever we have to lift each other up and stay connected because we all that we have . I love you all

What a lady and what a legacy! She taught me and my children and we will always remember her with love! During combined church functions with Midway my husband loved to pick on her but never ruffled her! She always had a quick comeback! She was spunky, dedicated and never aged! Rest In Peace! Love, Heath,Monica, Abbie & Claudia Benfield

I can hear you now, "Come on Go wit me." wither it was out to eat, a bus trip to GA, or to see the Christmas lights. You were always on the go. You never met a stranger everyone you met you made feel like they had known you their entire lives. Your contagious smile! Then that little smerk you would get while you was waiting to tell the next joke. Oh how you are already missed. I love you dearly my friend and you were a part of my family. No matter how long in between our visits or talks it was like we had never missed a day. You taught me to love myself and others and no matter what or how I feel to GET UP and SHOW UP! Put your best foot forward and let them see you shine. Forever in my heart! My thoughts and prayers go out to all her family. I don't need to say friends because she treated everyone like part of her family... "Always Loving, Always Loved"!

Mrs Richardson will always hold a special place in my heart, she played a huge role in my life making sure that I made it to school every day as my bus driver. She was always kind to me and my siblings and always greeted us with her smile. She will be missed but should never be for gotten!! J Set

Ms. Richardson you will be missed. Sweet and loving lady and Loved by all who knew her. Always dressed to the nine and Nails to match. Linda Morow

A sweet and kind lady who will be missed. Classey every step of the way. Love you Ms. Richardson anad sorry I never took you up on the offer to go on a trip with you.

What a wonderful lady. She will be missed. My favorite memory of Mrs. Richardson is from the first grade. Always smiling and providing care and kindness to all of us kids.

Sorry to hear of her passing, but it was a joy to spend time with her on the trips we took together..She would cut up sooo bad on the bus that u didn't get any sleep for all the loud laughter the people made. I really did like it when we was in Louisiana hanging out with the people on the street partying, laughing, when we should have been in bed, but she wasn't ready to go to bed.. I just really loved the energy she had..Always ready to go..She will be missed.. Love u Mary Etta rest in heaven

Mary Richardson was a kind and beautiful woman.She always put you first.She took my son with her to New York when she was his substitute teacher at Monroe School when he was 10years and now he is 44 yrs.She still stop by and asked about him.I still have a souvenir from that trip saying I took a bath in New York City.She stopped by my house 3weeks ago and she was looking at the picture on the wall and she bought it to my attention that it was crooked.So we fix it.She asked me to think about going on a trip if the coronavirus get under control.I told her I would go with her on the next trip.I was just full when I heard about the car accident.She really love Life and lived a fulfill life.Take you rest Mary.We all love you but Jesus Love you more.Praying for the Family and lifting your names toJesus to give you the strength to carry . Keep all the Beautiful memories and time you share together.Love you Richardson Family.Remeber, Jesus got this, there's no pain that He can't feel.lean on Jesus when you are not strong.Be Blessed Family,We love you and are helping one to another.

To Babby, Baretta, grandchildrens, great-grandchildrens and the family, may God grant you peace and comfort. She was an outgoing and secure person who worked very hard in support of her church. Mary Etta will be dearly missed. RIP, Cora

RIP MS.ETTA, I meet you at Uptown Charlies, we did several line dances together, we had a ball, sad to hear of your passing..

For many years I served on the Board of Directors at United Methodist Camp Guilrock with Mary Etta. We had some good laughs during those years and remained friends after. I remember what a great cook she was and often eating along with the board members at her home. Once she asked me if I liked what I was eating. I replied " yes " and then she told me it was pigs' feet! I always admired her long fingernails and her bright clothing which reflected her personality. Our world will miss this lady and I give her family my heartfelt sympathy.

To the family; Our prayers are with you during this time of transition, and our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you. May the word of God bring you comfort during this time..........."For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith; Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing" (2 Timothy 4:6-8) Pastor Bell Noble and Brother Kevin Noble

Mrs. Mary Etta, a wonderful friend, one of a kind friend, always caring and genuine friend! I'm blessed that Monroeton Elementary brought us together. Roberta N.

So sorry for your loss, may God give you strength at this trying time. I will miss her smile and her jokes. We go back many years when she would come to White Oak to see Wilbur she always came to the front office to see me. Being loving and kind ran in the family. Wilbur worked with my uncle and would take him home after work lots of time! They had a strong love and I know he was waiting for her. Love you Mary Etta my sweet friend and I'm going to miss you and those sweet potato pies.... The best pies anywhere! Rest in peace sweet lady.

Mary Etta was a fabulous hostess and trip planner.

She was such a loving and kind spirit, who made such an impact on my life. Spent a lot of time with her when I was young in that old Cadillac Deville. I was deeply saddened to hear of her loss but I know that she is in Heaven with her Lord and I will see her again someday. She will certainly be missed. Keeping Jimmie, Bennett, Oreo and all the family in our prayers. -Randy Watkins

Babby, Baretta and family, I'm so saddened to hear of Mary Etta's passing. I always enjoyed our chats and listening to her describe her recent trips. She was such a classy, beautiful lady who will certainly be missed. I know that all of you have many wonderful memories of her. Get strength from God's word, the Bible. Scriptures such as John 5: 28, 29 will give you some comfort. Keeping your family in our prayers. Spencer and Gladys Stacey Keesee and family

Mrs. Richardson was a wonderful lady. I knew her when I went to school at the old Monroeton and every time I ran into her she had a smile on her face and we would talk. I loved her fingernails. Rest In Peace Prayers and thoughts for the family April

She will be greatly missed. Prayers and peace for the family. Ellis and Dianne O'Bryant

Prayers and peace for the family. She will be missed.

Mary Etta, was a sister in spirit, a family friend, a neighbor and my December Birthday Partner at church. She will be missed in so many ways. May she rest in heaven ..Bernice Mitchell

Mary Etta was part of the senior birthday group. She will be missed. A very kind and loving person . Mavis

Mrs Richardson was a second mother to our kids at the old monroeton school. Stephanie Billy and Amy barford loved her and she showed them love when they were so nervous that first day of kindergarten . She was a snappy dresser and a pretty lady. She is among the angels right now. George and Jeannine Barford

Deeply saddened to learn of Mrs. Richardson's passing. Will miss her visiting with us at First Baptist-Hubbard St. Family, Praying that God will comfort each of you. Peggy Dones

The Carolina Apothecary was one of her favorite places to visit and talk. The staff will miss her terribly and we was always laughing about those beautiful fingernails she has. Love you Mary Etta and will miss you

Gone too soon. I will miss seeing her at family functions and packing to go on a trip. Rest In Peace and my deepest condolences to the family. She will be missed. Pam Harvey

Gone too soon. I will miss seeing her at family functions and packing to go on a trip. Rest In Peace and my deepest condolences to the family. She will be missed. Pam Harvey

Gone too soon. I will miss seeing her at family functions and packing to go on a trip. Rest In Peace and my deepest condolences to the family. She will be missed. Pam Harvey

I met Mrs. Richardson at work while she would visit the residents at Avante/Pelican Health. Such a beautiful, kind hearted lady. We would always talk about what trips we are planning. Heaven definitely gained an angel. My sincere condolences to Oriana and Beverly. Praying for strength and comfort from the Lord. Davetta Myers

My son Cody Smithey had Mrs Richardson at Monroeton years ago. He loved her and I did too. She was the sweetest lady. May she Rest Is Paradise. Prayers for the family to give them comfort.

My deepest condolences & prayers of comfort to the family.

I will always miss my friend. I have two paintings she had framed and gave to me. I will miss the occasional phone calls to check on me and the many conversations we had. R I P my friend, I will always miss you.

So thankful I got to witness the love and compassion Mrs. Richardson had for her students! She quickly became one of my favorite teachers ever and I was never even in her class. Thank you Mrs. Richardson. I will love you always! -Brian Hall

We will truly miss Ms.Richardson and her pop in visits. She was such a fun and vibrant young lady! Continued prayers to your family.

My Dear Friend Mary Etta, you will be missed greatly. I really enjoyed our visit just last Sunday on 11/8. I had no idea that would be our last time chatting. Rest In Peace. Katie Malloy Smith

I loved Mary Etta!

I truly loved this dear LADY,for her entire persona exemplified the grace and LOVE OF GOD thru her benevolent spirit, of which I was often a privileged recipient.

Sorry to hear of your loss God has welcome your loved one home. will keep you in prayers.

Mrs. Rich scratched my back in kindergarten, made me comfortable in so many situations, and walked me thru doors I would've never touched. A blessing to many, she will be missed.

Dear family, We are so very sorry for the passing of your precious MamaGod bless y'all!! She was one Special Lady!! Love, Bobby & Alice

So many cherished memories from working with Rich at the old Monroeton School~ always remembered and never forgotten, my friend.

Mrs. Richardson will be missed as she visited Jackson United Methodist Church on occasions, she was always smiling and had a kind word for you. Family my prayers are with you all, my you find comfort in The Word of God. Mitchell Jones

Mary Etta was a precious lady taught my kids in school very Christian lady visited Fairview Baptist church we loved having her she will truly be missed we will see you soon prayers for her family

Rich was not just my coworker at Monroeton, but a precious friend. Always had a smile and lifted everyone up. Praying for your family for the Lords strength and peace. Karen "Casey" McGee

Such a sweet and entertaining lady of grace. I knew her from Monroeton school. She was respected by all. Rest In Peace.

I just want you all to know I'll always remember the moment we shared at Berretta's wedding when she told me how much the song I shared, The Lord's Prayer, did something to her. That meant so much to me. I'll never forget her smile. I'm just a phone call away when you need me at any time. You'll always be my Sisters. Luv, Stephanie W.

I enjoyed talking with her about her nails and she was always dressed to impress. Her weekly stops to get fried livers was always welcomed with many in the community knowing what a beautiful soul she was. You will be greatly missed. My thoughts are with her family and the community she served. Tracy Nettles

Mrs Richardson was a special lady that showed Love to All-her smile and tabs on the shoulder will be missed much. Our Deepest Sympathy to her family-a Jewel was list.

Mary Etta will be truly missed. She was always organizing something, whether it was a trip or fundraiser. I have met many people whose life she graced,and she was always spoken off warmly. I will miss seeing her and Buddy.

Eyssielee Richardson

What a blessing and honor it has been to have known Mrs. Richardson over these past years! We will miss the stews, the chats in the driveway, and simply hearing her beep as she and that little dog drove by. May her family be at peace and take joy in knowing she touched so many lives.

I've known Ms.Rich for a long time from Monroeton School...She was always smiling, joking around and was always dressed to the T even down to her long red fingernails...I will miss getting your sweet tea with lots of lemons Ms.Rich ...Rip my friend...

Rich was a Special Lady, all the kids at Old Monroeton School knew who she was, and loved her. She's probably already planning a bus tour of heaven. Buddy I'm sure is by her side. Prayers for her family and friends Until me meet again, Rest High on that Mountain my friend

I worked with Rich when I first started teaching at the old Monroeton School. She loved and cared about those kids. She will be missed. Prayers for the family.

So sorry to hear of the passing of Mary Etta a Special and long time friend. My heart felt sympathy to the Family she was proud of her daughters and the grandchildren. God is standing right by your side. Love you Helena Scales

Mary Etta was my teaching assistant for many years and got me through a pretty rough patch in my personal life. She loved our students each and every year we were together. She keep me laughing and put a smile on my face. I will always remember those long red fingernails of hers. I will keep her family in my prayers.

She was always there to sub for me!! Always giving a listening ear

Mary Etta was a lady in every sense of the word. She adored life and always shared her smile with others. Her heart was full of kindness. May she rest eternally in peace.

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.