GREENVILLE – James Kenneth “Kenny” Richardson, 86, passed away peacefully at his home Sunday, September 20th, 2020. Born November 20th, 1933, in Powderly. He was the third of five children of James and Mildred Richardson. Kenny loved growing up with his sisters and remained close with them throughout his adult life. Kenny was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He loved his work in the coal mines and reminisced about those he worked with throughout the years. Kenny was happiest when holding the hand of his bride Sarah, hosting a lap full of grandchildren, watching a UK basketball game, or maintaining his yard! He loved his family and willingly offered help to anyone that needed it. Weather permitting, he could be found sitting on the front porch and talking with whoever would offer an ear. He was preceded in death by his brother J.W. Richardson, his sisters Loma Clark, Sandra Browning, Mary Mayhugh, grandson Eddie Richardson Jr., and great-grandson, John Erik Richardson, II. The family would also like to acknowledge special family friends Stephanie and Chris Foster who have graciously offered love and support throughout the years.
Survivors include his wife Sarah Toll Richardson; children Ed Richardson, Jeff (Lori) Richardson, Beth (Billy) Carver, and Pam (Glen) Lawrence; grandchildren, Eric Richardson, Katie (Erik) Ballert, Josh (Erica) Richardson, Ryan (Andrea) McIntosh, Ken (Alicia) Carver, Sarah (Nathan) Brothers, Michael Lawrence, and Richard (Emily) Carver; twelve great-grandchildren; Quay and Marissa Ballert, Lincoln and Elliot Richardson, Brady, Bennett, and Mia McIntosh, Abry and Ava Carver, Kate and Kacen Brothers, and Ariah Lawrence.
Funeral services will be Wednesday, September 23, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. at Tucker Funeral Home in Central City, with Rev. Billy Thompson officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday after 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Friendship Baptist Church, 3300 Friendship Road, Greenville, KY 42345. Family and friends who are attending the visitation or funeral service are asked to wear a face mask for the safety of all those in attendance, in accordance with the governor’s mandate. In compliance with health and public safety directives, capacity will be limited in accordance with state guidelines. Online condolences may be made at www.tuckerfuneralhomes.com.
