Joseph Randy Richardson, 65, of rural Norborne, died Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at his residence.

Joseph was born on June 28, 1958, in Sugar Creek, to Charles Lee and Jeanne (Harrison) Richardson.

Survivors include: his mother; brother, Jack Anthony Richardson of Sedalia; and sister, Jennifer (John) Delapp of Higginsville.

He was preceded in death by his father, two brothers, James Andrew Richardson, and Charles Cleason Richardson, and sister Melody Brown.

Joseph was a graduate of Clinton High School.  After high school, he immediately enlisted with the United States Marine Corps.  He loved his farm and his 1936 Chevy pickup truck.  Joseph enjoyed working on lawnmowers and tractors.  Joseph had a love for animals.  He had a small, but devoted circle of friends who he cared about dearly.

For those wishing to make a memorial in memory of Joseph, the family humbly suggest they be made to the Joseph Richardson memorial fund.  Memorials can always be dropped off or mailed to in care of the family, to Thurman Funeral Home, 507 East Main, P. O. Box 190, Richmond, MO 64085.

Graveside inurnment services will be held at the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Higginsville at a later date, to be announced.  Please remember to share your memories of Joseph with the family by visiting www.thurmanfuneralhome.com.