Ernest Richardson Jr., known affectionately as "Duck,' of Columbia, SC, passed away on April 16,2024, at the age of 72, He was born on June 25, 1951,in Richland County, South Carolina.
Ernest was a hard worker who was dedicated to his family. He had a successful career in dry wall finishing and found joy in his hobbies of fishing, playing cards, and telling fishing stories
He is survived by his loving son, Antonio Richardson of Columbia, SC; his daughter, Denisetra Richardson of Staten Island, NY; his sisters, Barbara Johnson of Columbia, SC, Geraldine Wider of Hopkins, SC, and Janice Dukes of Lexington, SC; his brothers, Odell and Stanley Richardson of Newark, NJ, Raymond and Steven Richardson of Columbia, SC; and his grandchildren, 'Tiaucia, Dallas, Jamal Jr., Justin, Janae, Tamara, Kiana, Khloe, and Antonio Jr. and nieces and nephews.
Ernest was preceded in death by his loving wife, Sheryl; his father, Ernest Richardson (Maxine); his mother, Jessie Mae Richardson; his brother, Johnny Lee Richardson; and his brother-in-law, John Johnson.
Duck will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
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