Leatherneck staffer Herbert L. Richardson, Jr. dies at 83

Ed Evans posted on Facebook: Received word yesterday that former Leatherneck staffer, retired Herb Richardson passed away at 83. He was on the staff before I got there in 1969. I recall Herb on his motorcycle until the accident that broke his leg. Always a helluva writer. I understand family has requested a private ceremony with donations to a hospice in lieu of flowers.

Here’s the [message] from Patty Everett at Leatherneck: “Herbert L. Richardson, Jr., 83, of Spotsylvania County, passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2020 peacefully at his home. Survivors include his children, Jeanne Adair, Michael Richardson, and Jim Richardson; six grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Janet Richardson. Services will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Medi Home Hospice Care, 125 Olde Greenwich Dr. #150, Fredericksburg, VA 22408 or to the Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank, 3631 Lee Hill Dr, Fredericksburg, VA 22408. Online guest book is available at covenantfuneralservice.com.