Ethel P. Richardson

At an early age, she accepted Christ and was baptized at Zion Hill Baptist Church #2, beginning a lifelong walk of faith that guided her life and shaped the way she loved and served others.

Ethel attended All Saints High School in Pelican, Louisiana, and later began her professional career with Schlumberger in the 1960s. Through years of dedicated service, she exemplified hard work and integrity until her retirement in 1998.

Ethel and Roy Richardson Jr, were married for 61 years; they built a life grounded in love, perseverance, and commitment to family. This union was blessed with three beautiful children: Craig, Corey, and Angela Richardson. As a family they joined Evangelist Temple Church of God In Christ, where she was serving as a faithful member.

Ethel embraced her role as a devoted wife, mother, and matriarch with grace and strength. She was known for her kindness, generosity, and gentle spirit. Ethel nurtured any and everyone who needed to be cared for. One of her greatest joys was cooking; “Ethel’s Kitchen,” she expressed her love in every meal. Her cakes filled the room with a sweet smell of vanilla. Her table became a place of comfort and connection, where family and friends gathered to feel welcomed, nurtured, and loved.

She leaves to cherish her memory, and legacy a devoted husband Roy Richardson Jr. Three beautiful children: Craig Richardson, Corey Richardson (Darlene), Angela Cheeves (Cedric) of Houston, Texas. She also leaves her sis-in-law, Sarah Jackson.

Nine grandchildren: Kenneth, Brandy, Corey Jr, Golden, Torey, Princeton (Kia), Cedric, Elvin Jr, Elexia. She was also blessed with seven great grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents Lodis and Thirtle Jackson her brother:

Walter Jackson also preceded her in death.