Wilfred Richardson Obituary (1917 - 2003)

WINTHROP ? Wilfred James Richardson, 86, died Friday, July 4, 2003, atCentral Maine Medical Center in Lewiston. He was born in Monmouth on July 17, 1917, the son of Carl and Ella (Hamilton) Richardson. Wilfred graduated from Monmouth Academy in the class of 1935. He worked at the Libby Mill in Lewiston, Bonafide Mill in Winthrop, and at the Albany Felt Co. in North Monmouth for more than 30 years as an electrician after returning from serving his term in the Navy during World War II. Wilfred enjoyed hunting and fishing at his camp in Northeast Carry on Moosehead Lake, auto racing and many sports events. He was a member of the Monmouth Masonic Lodge and the American Legion. He was predeceased by his wife, Eileen, in 1983 after 42 years of marriage; and a son, Rodney Richardson in 1983. Surviving are a son, Gib Richardson and his wife, Cindy, of North Monmouth; a daughter, Wendy Beaucage and her husband, Richard, of Auburn; and a sister, Helen Southerland of Walpole, N.H. Wilfred also leaves behind three grandchildren, Lorna Ryan and her husband, Mike, of Woolwich, Diana Dearborn and her husband, John, of Winthrop, and Matthew Richardson and his wife, Michelle, of North Monmouth; two great-grandsons, Hunter and Spencer Richardson; and several nieces and nephews. At his request there will be no visiting hours. All are invited to attend a graveside service at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 8, at Glenside Cemetery, Turkey Lane, Winthrop. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, New England Division, 1 Main St., Suite 300, Topsham 04086. Arrangements are in the care of Roberts Funeral Home, 62 Bowdoin St., Winthrop.