Robert Antonio Richardson was born on August 30, 1960, to Doris (Pulley) and Robert Kenneth Richardson in Battle Creek, Michigan. Tony was the oldest of his parents’ children and graduated from Battle Creek Central High School in 1979. After graduating high school, he joined the United States Marine Corps and attended Wayne County Community College.

Tony relocated to Indianapolis later in life where he worked at the Hilton (Hampton Inn) family of hotels for over 20 years.

He was preceded in death by his father. Tony leaves to cherish his memory a devoted mother, Doris Hutchinson (Indianapolis); life partner, Pamela Guy (Indianapolis), two sisters, Stephanie Young (Indianapolis) and Asia Graham (Battle Creek); three brothers, Roderick (Evelyn) of Battle Creek, Robert Root (Savannah) and Antonio Thrash (Battle Creek); three sons, Maurice McClenney (Battle Creek), Jabree Richardson (Indianapolis) and LaQuan Smith (Battle Creek); three daughters Shenice Smith (Battle Creek), Jamila Richardson (Indianapolis), and Cameisha Robertson (Seattle); a special aunts, Gwendolyn Ingram and Earlie (Amos) Eason; 13 grandkids, including one he was raising as his own (Jabrea); one great-grandson; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Tony will be remembered affectionately as T-Rich for his generous spirit and infectious smile.

A Memorial Service will be held at the Baxter Funeral & Cremation Service, 375 W. Dickman Road, on Friday, January 20, 2023 at 11:00 am with Rev. Rodney Cork Officiating.
Memorials may be made to: Pink Ribbon Sisterhood.
Arrangements by the Baxter Funeral & Cremation Service. 269-788-9800 www.baxterfuneral.com