Therman Richardson Sr.

Therman Richardson, Sr. was born in Nesbit, MS on April 2, 1945, to the late Calvin and the late Veronia Richardson. He was blessed to share his life with eleven siblings, of which he was the eldest. Preceding him in death are Ethel Lee, Maddis, Wardell, Calvin, Jr., Jacklyn, and Kennedy Richardson, and Gregory Miller. He was reared and remained a resident of this Mississippi area throughout his lifetime. He accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior during his childhood at Halliburton Missionary Baptist Church under the pastorage of the late Reverend C. G. Hughey. He loved his God and served according to His will. A quest and thirst for knowledge commenced with receiving early education at Hernando Central High School, a graduate of the Class of ‘62. This academic quest continued with attendance at Mississippi Industrial College in Holly Springs, MS. His studies prevailed in the conferring of B.S. degree in 1966, majoring in Biology. This fostered a career in teaching and advocacy in the educational realm. Therman started his initial teaching position at Melvin Cathey High School, from 1966 – 1971. His next teaching assignments led him to classrooms at Southaven High School and Hernando Middle School where he paved a path of inspiring, motivating and academic guidance for many students. Determined to instill knowledge into others he did not forsake his zeal for personal progression and educational enrichment. Thus, while fulfilling the responsibilities of an educator, he pursued and attained his master's degree from the University of Mississippi while also working part-time job at a local grocery store. This resolve to succeed led him to the administrative ranks of the Tate County School System serving diligently for four years as Assistant to the Tate County Schools Superintendent of Educational Federal Programs. Never one to be idle this venture led to employ with Hernando DeSoto Housing and Development in Hernando, MS, until retirement. Therman Richardson, Sr. was a family man bound by his belief that strong family bonds wrapped in love leads to continued generational success. Therman was known for loving and caring for his family. He united in holy matrimony to his wife, Essie on December 25, 1967 and planted seeds of wisdom and understanding in their children, grandchildren, siblings and other family members. He led by example and was sought out for advice, support and the untiring sharing of his wisdom. Lovingly addressed by many names such as Daddy, Papa Smurf, Bone, Daddy Rich, Old Man and Richy Lee, each was called out with respect. Not of one of boisterous mannerisms, this was a man of character but also one that showed human attributes of humor, compassion and strong discipline, but none greater than his love and concern for his fellow man’s well-being. He will be missed. The late Therman Richardson, Sr. departed this earthly path of trials and persecutions on March 12, 2025 to enter a promised glorious life of eternal peace. With special memories deeply rooted in our hearts and a determination to carry on such a profound legacy are those that remain in the presence of his loving wife Essie, children, Michelle (Mark) Kelly; Therman (Chaurica) Richardson, Jr.; Myquita Richardson; all of Nesbit, MS, and Kennieth Richardson of Miami, FL., grand-children, James Todd Richardson; Jasmine Richardson; Stacee Taylor; Diontae Taylor; Therman Richardson, III; Tae'lour Gray; Ericka Bougard; Elexxus Richardson; Brian Graves, Jr.; Brianna Graves; Laramie Bougard, III; LaMonte Gray; Terrance Hayes; Amber Saylor; Aaliyah Saylor; Ashleigh Saylor; Anthony Saylor; Andrea White; Que Winston, Jr.; Anderson and Ashlyn Winston and JaShawn House, great- grandchildren, Conner Hartfield; Cayleb Hartfield; Bryce Hayes; Bella Hayes; Daquan Hayes; Laramie Bougard, III; Tristan Bougard and Kendall White. One brother, Charlie (Lil) Richardson of New Jersey, three sisters, Lourine (Surry) Daniel of Nesbit, MS; Annie Ruth (Earnest) Cole of Memphis, TN and Gwendolyn (John) James of Olive Branch, MS, .sisters-in-law, Brenda Spencer; Trina Spencer and Sylvia Spencer, brothers-in-law, Calvin Spencer; , Renard Spencer; Danny Spencer; Lorenzo Spencer and Cleveland Spencer, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Therman Richardson Sr.

April 2, 1945 - March 12, 2025