Jack E. Richardson

Jack Edward Richardson, 81, of Jackson Center, passed away at 3:25 p.m. on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at his residence in Jackson Center. He was born in Sidney, Ohio on August 18, 1943, to the late Edward Gail and Pricilla A. (Robbins) Richardson.

On December 31, 1964, in Jackson Center, Jack married Janice June (Ware) Richardson, and she survives.

He is also survived by his daughters, Darcy (Todd) Steinke, Stacy Larson, and Kelly (Greg) Bensman; son, Jace (Jessica Pritko) Richardson; grandchildren, Brigitte (Steve) Coffey, Colleen Elliott, Taylor (Julia) Steinke, Sophia Larson, Amber (Shawn) Brewer, Krista (Kurt) Hoying, Gretchen (Logan) Billing, Bryant (Jocelyn) Bensman, Rebekka (Nick) Kennel, Abigail Richardson, and Avery Richardson; 24 great grandchildren; sisters, Melanie Roe and Gail (James) Flemming; brother, Matthew (Tammy) Richardson; and several nieces and nephews.

Along with his parents, Jack was preceded in death by his sister, Ruth Pechin and brothers, David O. Richardson and Douglas Richardson.

Jack served in the U.S. Navy from 1960 to 1966 and was a dedicated member of various organizations, including Amvets, American Legion, Moose, Eagles, and Elks. He valued spending quality time with his friends and family, while relaxing with a cold one. Jack had a passion for livestock farming, gardening, and playing cards. In his earlier years, he took great pleasure in rodeo horses and traveling. He will be fondly remembered by all who knew and cherished him.

Pastor Jim Ellington will officiate a graveside service at 12 Noon on Friday, March 21, 2025, in Glen Cemetery, 17500 State Route 47, Port Jefferson. A Celebration of Life luncheon will follow at Sidney Moose Lodge #568, 1200 N. Broadway Ave, Sidney. Family and friends are all welcome

Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association in Central/Southern/Eastern Ohio, 1650 Lake Shore Drive, Suite 350, Columbus, Ohio 43204 or Grand Lake Hospice 1122 East Spring Street, St. Marys, Ohio, 45885

EICHHOLTZ DARING & SANFORD FUNERAL HOME, JACKSON CENTER is honored to serve the Richardson family and encourages anyone to share a fond memory or message of condolence at www.edsfh.com.

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