William Edward Richardson, 84, of Charlotte passed peacefully from his earthly life to his eternal rest on Friday, September 11, 2015 at Vidant Duplin Hospital in Kenansville.

He was born August 16, 1931 in Charlotte, the son of the late Robert Edward and Eula Ramsey Richardson. Lovingly remembered is his son, William "Billy" E. Richardson, Jr. who preceded William in death.

William is survived by his devoted wife of 65 years, Barbara Duncan Richardson; daughters, Margaret Morton (Curt), Patricia Dutton (Tommy), Nancy Ellison (Dennis) and Merri Summers-Kiser (Jerry); grandchildren, Elizabeth Apperson, Emily Ellenberger, Sara Bland, Brian Dutton and Luke Summers; brother, Bobby Richardson (Chris); and many extended family and friends.

Many in Charlotte remember William and his son, Billy as the best house and commercial painters in the area.

William was a devoted husband and loving father, granddaddy, brother and friend. In his retirement years, William, affectionately called "Pappy", spent many happy hours volunteering at Larkhaven Golf Course in Charlotte. Golf was his passion! His warm smile and gentle manner are treasured and will not be forgotten.

A memorial service will be held in Charlotte at a later date.

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Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw.

A memorial service will be held in Charlotte at a later date.