OBITUARY
Mrs. Annie Lee Richardson
June 9, 1936 – December 27, 2020
Annie Lee Richardson (nee Trumble) was born on the 9th of June in 1936 to Ralph Trumble Sr. & Gilla Trumble (nee Price). One of six children, she and her family resided in the neighborhood of Piney Point in Houston, Texas.
She was the loving wife of William Walter Richardson for 50 years and to this union, 9 children were born.
Annie was educated in the Houston Independent School District; there, she discovered her passion for health care and became a Certified Medical Aid. She continued in this industry for 20 years before deciding to merge her knowledge of both child and health care to become a private home care specialist. She began to work with The Lipschutz/Lerdal Family, providing care for their four children Drew, Scott, Lisa, and Parker– ultimately becoming a member of their family.
Annie had several favorite past times, including travel, puzzles, going to the casinos, watching soap operas, fashion in the form of shoes, clothes and jewelry, and cooking for her large family. A devout Christian, Annie was baptized into the faith in 1949 and proudly served in several capacities as a member of Union Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church. Some of her stations being as the President of the Stewardess Board, a Missionary (Women of Heritage–Lady Pearls), a member of the Lay Society, and President of the Senior Midday Bible Group.
She is preceded in death by both parents, her husband, her daughter Robine E. Lawson, her sister Verna Dee, two brothers Eddie and CF, 4 son-in-laws, as well as several nieces and nephews.
Annie leaves to celebrate her life one brother Ralph Jr. (Connie) and one sister Othella; daughters Edith, Snitha (Dwight), Janet (Willie), Shelia (Rufus), Martha Gail, and Ella; her sons Christopher and Elvis (Mildred); her bonus sons Tyrone and William Jr. (Gwen); as well as a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Services
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Visitation
Saturday, January 9, 2021
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Funeral Service
Saturday, January 9, 2021
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Committal Service
Saturday, January 9, 2021
Memories
Mrs. Annie Lee Richardson
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ADD A MEMORYDebra Sledge
January 9, 2021
Mrs. Richardson always had a smile every time I saw her. Always welcomed me in, with open arms. she will be truly missed,
Deepest Condolences to the Family
Pam Tilley
January 9, 2021
It was an honor to know you and the relative family at Union BethelAMEC. She was a blessed spirit . Pam Tilley
Drew Lipshutz
January 8, 2021
A sincere thank you to the Richardson family for sharing their sister, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, cousin and aunt with me and my family for the last 38 years. Annie played a role in my upbringing unlike any other - she was a friend, a parent, a confidant, and a teacher wrapped all in one. She was there nearly every step of the way and it’s hard to think of a childhood memory that doesn’t involve Annie. She will forever occupy a space in my heart and while I am sad that she is gone, I am so grateful for the memories and time together. Rest in peace, Annie. I love you.
Love,
Drew
Paula Stein
January 8, 2021
Annie was such a beautiful and caring woman and I was privileged to meet Annie through the Lipshutz family since my son David and Drew were best of friends.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of Annie’s family and with her second family, Cheryl, Jim, Drew, Scott and Lisa at this very sad time. May your wonderful memories of Annie bring you comfort.
Fondly, Paula Stein
Ella Richardson-Ward
January 7, 2021
Hey Girl! (what I would always say when we see each other)This is your baby girl Ella,
I am so excited that prior to your first surgery we had a love time together. You and I had time to say how much we loved one another and that love I will always cherish deep in my heart. You told me so much to do like you were not coming back. I have been checking my list to make sure everything was done.
I member walking in your room late the Saturday night (prior to your passing) Praying for you as I did everyday I visited you and telling you (as you told me to) to go on with the Lord. Momma, that was the hardest thing for me to do. I had to remember that you was only here for a season. We had the best road trips, the best time in Madisonville on the wagon ride. Going to the country every other weekend. me putting together your birthday dinners as we celebrated earlier the day you had your stroke. Just so much fun. I will always have those memories in my heart. I will miss you so!
Good evening for now my Love, Good evening
Michael Anderson
January 7, 2021
To, My Girl, Heaven has gained one of the loves of my life. I will miss you so much grandma. You know how much I loved you and everyday when I got off from work I had to come by to check on you and get my big hug and a big kiss from you. We had a bond that no one but God could break. I know you are in a much better place. The video you and I had taken prior to you getting ill, I will play all day everyday just to hear your voice. Fly High my baby until we meet again.
Love you So much! Michael (Mike Mike)
Edith Lafleur
January 6, 2021
Mommy and me
Scott Lipshutz
January 6, 2021
I am so saddened to hear of Annie's passing but know that she has moved on to a better place. She was with our family for 30+ years and helped raise me into the person I've become. She had a kind, generous, and gentle heart and I'll continue to cherish the many fond memories of all the laughs we shared together over the years.
It meant so much to me that her and Edith were able to come to my wedding and meet my daughter - so that she could see how all of her hard work over the years paid off.
She will be missed, but never forgotten, and will always be a part of the Lipshutz family. My love and condolences to the entire Richardson family.
Lisa Tobolowsky
January 6, 2021
Annie was my second mom. She truly helped raise my brothers and me and was such an instrumental part of my childhood and creating who I am today. Everyone knew and loved Annie - she knew all of my friends, friends' parents, teachers, galore. We love her so much and she will be so missed. Truly one of the greats.
Janet Joseph
January 6, 2021
My deepest condolences to the family and friends, you are in our hearts and prayers.
Edith Lafleur
January 6, 2021
Dearest Moma
I was with you until the very last breath.
I'll never forget all the trips all the laughter and all you taught me for 63 years we had some really good times.
Rest now in the breast of the Lord
All my Love 🌷🌷💐💐🌻🌻
Edith
Cheryl Lipshutz
January 5, 2021
There are not enough words to express the gratitude and love we have for our Annie. She was such an important part of my life for the past 38 years - we were partners in raising all three of my kids - Drew (38 yrs old),Scott (35 years old) & Lisa (31 years old). I relied on her great advice, common sense, wisdom, stability, big heart, sense of humor and fierce “mama bear” instincts. Annie was simply a force to be reckoned with. She was unconditionally loved by Drew, Scott and Lisa and was known to all of their friends, all of their friends’ parents, and all the teachers and schools. The kids relied on her for advice and guidance all the time as they were growing up. She was always such a positive and constant influence in all of our lives. She attended everyone’s high school graduation, Bar Mitzvahs and Bat Mitzvahs and even Scott’s wedding and Lisa’s wedding. She got to meet Drew’s two children and Scott’s first child. She was simply an important part of our family. When my husband Jim Lerdal, joined the family, he became a champion and confidant for Annie also. The two of them talked all the time and had a very special relationship. It is simply hard to imagine a world without Annie in it. She was deeply loved by all of us and will be missed tremendously.
Cheryl Lipshutz
Snitha Wilkerson
January 4, 2021
Mom, I love you and will carry you and all our memories with me, no one can take ur place. Missing U
Janet Howard
January 4, 2021
Let not your hearts be troubled for Mother Richardson is in the arms of the Lord. She will always be in our hearts and on our minds as she is now resting in peace and has moved from labor to reward. She was a sweet lady and worked hard in Union Bethel. We love each of you and will be praying for you all as you have our deepest sympathy. Love the Ingram Family.
sonya baker
January 3, 2021
To the Richardson family I am so sorry for your loss Praying for peace and comfort for you all Sonya Baker
Robert and Patricia Ingram
January 1, 2021
Condolences to the Richardson Family! We are prayerful for God's comforting hands during this difficult time!
Warm regards,
Robert and Patricia Ingram
Wyline Thompson
December 31, 2020
I send my condolences to the Richardson Family. I have known them since Joe and I joined Union Bethel AME Church. Mrs. Annie Richardson was someone I respected, listened to and laughed with. She always amazed me especially when she would tell some of her stories from her past. I was honored to nominate her as a Women’s Missionary Society Woman Of Honor which later became known as a WMS Pearl. I enjoyed her senior bible study when I could attend and cherished the Christmas gifts she gave out. I always told her I want some of those beautiful hats she wore. I will miss Mrs. Richardson giving instructions and her getting Joe involved with communion . Rest well now, no more pain, you have earned your wings!
MARTHA ADAMSON
December 30, 2020
Momma,
“One more day
one more time
one more sunset,
maybe I’ll be satisfied.
But then again
I know what it would do
Leave me wishing still,
for one more day with you.”
I will miss your laughter when I call and we talk about the commercial's on television and the peanut patties and homemade cinnamon rolls when I come through LaGrange from Austin, and just getting in the car riding around just to spend time with each other. But, momma, I know you are in a better place and getting some good, good rest. I love you and will always keep the memories so close and dear.
Love, Your number # 6 daughter
Martha Gail Adamson