Richardson, James Emory

James Emory Richardson, 61, born in National City, Calif., and from Pulaski, Va., died peacefully at LewisGale Hospital Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents, Russell and Vivian Richardson, both of Narrows, Va., and sister, Patricia Berry, of Pulaski, Va.

James is survived by sister, Rita Harrell (Danny) of Hobbsville, N.C.; two sons, James Ward Richardson (Emilie) and Russel Richardson (Brandy); one daughter, Rhonda R. Martin (Ben); four nieces, Misty Wooten, Carisa Copeland, Martha Chappell, Danelle; one nephew, Freddie Berry, and eight grandsons, Brandon Minton, Gavin Richardson, Taylor Meadows, Andrew Martin, Tyler Meadows, Jake Martin, Aiden Richardson and Colton Richardson.

Arrangements are being handled by Science Care.

The family is planning a private celebration of life service.