HAROLD W. RICHARDSON

     Harold W. Richardson, 82, died peacefully Wednesday, Jan. 10th in his home, after an illness.

He leaves his wife of 35 years, Lois E. (Knox) Richardson; four step-children, Carol Chesitis of Sutton, Donna Blakeney of Cape Cod, Kenneth Dubois of Worcester and Judith Veroneau of Worcester; his care giver and friend, Edward Garceau; his longtime CNA, Elisha Beatty; three sisters, Marion, Margie and Mary Alice; his children, Debra Chunsae of Auburn, William Richardson, Neil Richardson of Arizona, Sherri Richardson of Auburn, and Lisa Wise; many grandchildren; nieces and nephews. He was born in Worcester and is predeceased by his parents, Werner W. and Aledia C. (Reil) Richardson, a brother, Verner Richardson, a sister, Shirley and a step-son, Barry Dubois.

Harold was a welder for A.J. Lane Company for many years before he retired. He was a member of the Massachusetts National Guard. He enjoyed gardening, working at his home and traveling with his wife.

Funeral services are private. Mulhane Home for Funerals in Millbury is assisting the family with the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made in Harold’s name to an Alzheimer’s Associations of your choice.