Kevin Richardson

Kevin Richardson, age 63, of Athens passed away on Thursday, March 24, 2022 at his residence.

Kevin was born October 18, 1958 in Springfield, Illinois, the son of Albert and Phyllis Meyers Richardson.

Mourning his passing are his children, Jennifer (Zachary) Reagan, Brendon Richardson, Aaron Richardson, Devin Richardson; eight grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; three brothers; nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

Kevin graduated from Athens High School excelling in basketball being the captain of the team.

After graduation, he worked as a carpenter for the Carpenter’s Union.  Kevin then worked for First National Bank of Springfield.  He later rejoined, and retired from, the Carpenter’s Union #16 in Springfield.

He assisted in coordinating the plans of building the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum.

He grew up in the Athens United Methodist Church and later attended the Athens Christian Church.

Kevin loved watching March Madness, mushroom hunting, and enjoyed fishing.

Cremation rites will be accorded.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, March 31, 2022 from 10:00 AM until time of memorial service at 11:00 AM at the Athens Christian Church with Rev. Ken Gennicks officiating.

Memorial contributions can be made to Children’s Hospital in Springfield or American Cancer Society.

Mott & Henning Funeral Home is assisting the family.