George Henry Richardson
October 6, 1960 ~ January 15, 2024
Resided in:
Portland, Maine
Portland
George Henry Richardson, Jr., 63, passed away unexpectedly on January 15, 2024, at his home in Portland. Born on October 6, 1960, in Portland, he was the son of George Sr. and Edna (Poole) Richardson.
George graduated from Deering High School, where he met his high school sweetheart on a ‘half’ blind date arranged by friends. Experiencing love at first sight, they were together for 11 years before marrying in 1990. Blessed with two beautiful twin girls, George considered his family the center of his world, always prioritizing spending time with them above all else. He cherished moments spent with his daughters, watching TV together, quizzing them on game show trivia, taking them on train trips to Boston, visiting museums, and embarking on road trips to NYC for memorable days in the city. Knowing his daughter's love for animals, he took her to every zoo across Maine and even other states.
In his professional journey, George worked at an auto body shop, where he built connections and eventually worked among auto racing pit crews. He would often travel to Laconia, NH, on weekends, even utilizing vacation time for this pastime passion. He also loved football; the Raiders were his favorite team since childhood. George enjoyed listening to his favorite band, the Beatles. His long-term career was as a butcher with Jordans Foods, and he continued with the company when it became Sysco. An avid outdoorsman, George enjoyed fishing and hunting, especially spending time at Sebago Lake and Crescent Beach. George was a compassionate and loving man, often taking the time to express gratitude to service members, military personnel, firefighters, and police officers for their service. He loved his canine friends, especially Misty, the late black lab, whom he would take everywhere with him. The family pug, Lucy, misses his presence deeply. His warm heart, boundless love for his family, and appreciation for life's simple joys, leave behind a legacy that will be profoundly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
George is predeceased by his father and sister, Debbie and her husband Joe Swain; brother-in-law, Keith Libby.
He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Ann Richardson; his daughters, Nicole and Natasha Richardson; mother, Edna, mother-in-law, Roberta Gonzalez; sister, Diana Libby; half-sister, Elizabeth, and brother, Randy and wife Cynthia “Cindy” Richardson. He is also survived by nieces, Jessica, Jolene, Felicia, and Ava; nephews, Kyle, Tim, Scott, Michael, Joe, Jacob, Dylan, and Trevor; as well as special friends, Jim Mancini, Steve, and Rhonda Hitchcock.
Arrangements are under the direction of Conroy-Tully Walker Funeral Home of Portland.
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George, your smile lit up the room. Your love and passion for your family was palpable. You will now and forever be loved and missed. As I sit here with mom, she shares memories of laughter, mostly at Crescent Beach. I he never we go, we will always bring you with us. We love you George, your sister, Diana
George was my Uncle, my mom’s brother. Humor runs in my family and Uncle George was not far behind my grampa (his dad) when it came to humor. Even just his laugh would make you laugh right along with him. His smile was so amazing it warmed you even on days you didn’t want to smile. And he always had great words of wisdom to share ( so long as you read between the lines of humor he added to make things feel light and just okay) I remember him always trying so hard to be serious with my mom and my other uncle and aunt (his siblings) or try to act angry LOL (they all four did it to eachother) but not one of them could do it without laughing or smiling and blowing their cover. I will miss my Uncle greatly and all he blessed this earth with his presence.
I light this candle in memory of my uncle George. Like this candle he shined light for all of us especially when we felt in the dark, he spread warmth all around him with his words, his humor, his smile, his laughter and even just his presence. Like this candle, uncle George’s light will shine on in the memories of anyone and everyone that was ever blessed to know or even meet this man. Love and miss you Uncle George
Well, what can I say about George?
Even though we were states away from each other The Times
Family spent together When we Stayedat the down Easter?
Motel We used to go fishing. We
have family gathering Over
Go over Grammy grampy. There is one thing that always stuck in my head How George
Was a good husband and a good Father And when it comes time for me. I cannot wait to go up there.
And go fishing with him again.
I’ve never gone hunting with him. Maybe we can do that too.
But I do not know if we can do that. We might have to ask the big man up there.
And check with him and make sure it’s okay. But what I see He has made my sister a strong woman.
And his daughter’s too beautiful Smart and strong women. As I am Writing this
I am a Looking up And personally thanking you.for doing all that you did. Even though you are not down here.
You are looking. I know you are right beside them if they are needed. Because that is who you are. There should be more fathers and husbands like you.
Brother-in-law. I will see you in time.
Dad – mom, Natasha, and I will love you always. Thank you for the endless love and care you gave to us, and others. A day will not go by where we don’t think of you. You may be gone, but not completely, as you will live in my heart forever. I will miss you deeply. Rest in peace, Dad. All my love – I love you and I always will.
In lieu of Flowers, I planted small Grove of trees for my Brother, Rest Easy Big Brother, Rest Easy.
Being my Big Brother, George was everything to me growing up, yeah, I was a little pest to him him and my two big Sisters, Debbie, that we also lost, and Diana who is my only surviving sibling. There are so many memories I wouldn’t know where to start, hopefully I can get back in here to enter more, but right now, I am saying Goodbye to my Big Brother.
I knew George, because he was my Brother…The last George Richardson I might add, a proud name, with some history in our Proud family, and I might add that he carried it Well. Great Job George!
My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this difficult time. Hoping you feel all the love and support around you and will reach out if you need anything.
I met George way back in 1984 when I was dating Randy his brother.
And I worked with Ann at the Eastland hotel.
I am sorry for your loss and sending prayers your way. George was a great man and kind
And will be missed by so many.
Prayers to everyone.