Obituary for Lillie B. Richardson
Lilly (Lillie) B. Richardson, a woman of phenomenal STRENGTH and LOVE, was born on February 23, 1948, in Battle Creek, MI. Lillie passed away in her home on Friday, March 19, 2021. She was one of several children born to the late Burley & Ammie B. (Collins) Smith. Lillie was preceded in death by her siblings, Peter, Sherrie A. and Richard C. Smith of Battle Creek, Michigan, and Eddie D. Smith of Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Lillie was a member of the Maranatha Original Church of God for several years. She truly believed in the Lord and was not ashamed to share her love for Christ with others. She retired from General Motors in Kalamazoo, Michigan, where she worked as a press operator and was head of the recycling committee for over 10+ years. Lillie was friendly towards everyone, didn't look at anyone as a stranger, and would do all she could for those in need. She always had a shoulder to lean on. Lillie would tell you the truth (even when you didn't want to hear it). All who loved and knew her will miss her dearly.
Lillie leaves behind to cherish her memory, her loving children: Betty R. (Gary) Watkins, Harry (Gene) Gibson & Damon (Torre) Richardson of Battle Creek, Michigan William M. Richardson, of Dallas, Texas, and Richard D. (Shelli Thompson) Richardson, of Hinesville, Geogia. Her beloved grandchildren: Brittney Hogue of Southfield, Michigan, Kymberly West of Dallas, Texas, Jalen Watkins, Antoine Thaxter, Kaleb Hampton, of Battle Creek, Michigan Haley, Raina, & William Richardson of Hinesville, Georgia. Her beloved great-grandchildren: Aden Hogue of Southfield, MI, Kylon Khalif L. Blackmon, Kylei Rae K. Blackmon, Mekhi, KD Early of Dallas, Texas, Lailah Bratcher, Raileigh, & Kaileigh Roberts of Hinesville, Georgia. Her three loving sisters: Delores B. Alexander & Merry L. Farris of Battle Creek, Michigan, & Jacqueline M. Wilson of Windermere, Florida. Her special children/grandchildren: Reanita C. Aggers & Risa C. Smith of Battle Creek, Michigan, DeNisha & Da’Bresha Aggers of Kalamazoo, Michigan, Kiana McClennon, Briana Palmer of Atlanta, GA, Kiara Smith of Palm Coast, Florida, Ry’Anna Aggers, & Jaslynn Ogletree of Battle Creek, Michigan. Along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other loving family and friends.
The family will receive visitors on Thursday, March 25, 2021 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm (noon), with the celebration of life service immediately following at 12:00 pm (noon) with Minister Anne McGilbray officiating. Interment will take place at the Oak Hill Cemetery.
Lillie was a member of the Maranatha Original Church of God for several years. She truly believed in the Lord and was not ashamed to share her love for Christ with others. She retired from General Motors in Kalamazoo, Michigan, where she worked as a press operator and was head of the recycling committee for over 10+ years. Lillie was friendly towards everyone, didn't look at anyone as a stranger, and would do all she could for those in need. She always had a shoulder to lean on. Lillie would tell you the truth (even when you didn't want to hear it). All who loved and knew her will miss her dearly.
Lillie leaves behind to cherish her memory, her loving children: Betty R. (Gary) Watkins, Harry (Gene) Gibson & Damon (Torre) Richardson of Battle Creek, Michigan William M. Richardson, of Dallas, Texas, and Richard D. (Shelli Thompson) Richardson, of Hinesville, Geogia. Her beloved grandchildren: Brittney Hogue of Southfield, Michigan, Kymberly West of Dallas, Texas, Jalen Watkins, Antoine Thaxter, Kaleb Hampton, of Battle Creek, Michigan Haley, Raina, & William Richardson of Hinesville, Georgia. Her beloved great-grandchildren: Aden Hogue of Southfield, MI, Kylon Khalif L. Blackmon, Kylei Rae K. Blackmon, Mekhi, KD Early of Dallas, Texas, Lailah Bratcher, Raileigh, & Kaileigh Roberts of Hinesville, Georgia. Her three loving sisters: Delores B. Alexander & Merry L. Farris of Battle Creek, Michigan, & Jacqueline M. Wilson of Windermere, Florida. Her special children/grandchildren: Reanita C. Aggers & Risa C. Smith of Battle Creek, Michigan, DeNisha & Da’Bresha Aggers of Kalamazoo, Michigan, Kiana McClennon, Briana Palmer of Atlanta, GA, Kiara Smith of Palm Coast, Florida, Ry’Anna Aggers, & Jaslynn Ogletree of Battle Creek, Michigan. Along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other loving family and friends.
The family will receive visitors on Thursday, March 25, 2021 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm (noon), with the celebration of life service immediately following at 12:00 pm (noon) with Minister Anne McGilbray officiating. Interment will take place at the Oak Hill Cemetery.