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Steven Richardson Obituary

For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ Shall rise first. Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord. Wherefore comfort one another with these words. 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18. He was the owner of Steven A. Richardson Income Tax & Financial Planning Company, 1681 Wooddale Blvd., Baton Rouge, La. 70806. Steven died at 6:30 p.m. Friday, March 1, 2013, at The Baton Rouge General Bluebonnet. He was 62, a native of Lewiston, Idaho and a resident of Baton Rouge. Visitation will be held at Rabenhorst Funeral Home East, Monday from 10:00 a.m. until the religious service in the chapel at 1:00 p.m., conducted by Rev. Merlin Liverman. A graveside service will be held at New Fairview Baptist Church Cemetery of Oliver Springs, Tennessee, under the direction of Jackson-Oliver Mortuary. Steven is survived by his wife of 36 years: Deborah Graham Richardson; daughter: Ashley Marie Richardson; son: Christopher Allen Richardson; his father: Robert William Richardson of Pasco, Washington; sister: Deborah Kay Brooks & her husband Peter Thacher Brooks, Jr. of College Place, Washington; grandchildren: Casey Ahna Richardson and Chloe Adele Richardson; niece: Whitney Anne Brooks; his father-in-law & mother-in-law: James D. & Annie Russell Graham; brothers-in-law & sisters-in-law: Mike & Teresa Adcock, and Daniel L. & Anita Graham; very special friend: Charlie Richardson. He was preceded in death by his mother: Josephine Marie Finnell Richardson. A special thanks to very special friends: Jeannie Causey, Lois LeDuff, Dianne Buhler, Bill Williams, Bill "Pete" Peterson, Terry & Deborah Quinn, Jeff & Jodie Bailey, Pat & Sonny Persick, Stephen & DeBera Mumphrey, Nancy Panaro & Camille Van Gordon, and the numerous thousands of friends he had made over the 36 years he's been living in Baton Rouge. The family would like to pay a special thanks to Dr. Vince Cataldo & the doctors and nurses at The Baton Rouge General Bluebonnet. Steven was a member of Parkview Baptist Church and numerous professional organizations. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Cancer Services of Greater Baton Rouge.

Published by The Advocate from Mar. 2 to Mar. 4, 2013.
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Goodness! It is 9 years! Sending prayers for all.

Clara Earl

February 24, 2022

Thinking about you pawpaw. I know you are watching over me. I miss you so much.

Casey

November 1, 2018

Getting ready to do my taxes and thought of Mr. Steve. My husband and I enjoyed our conversations with Mr.Steve while he did our taxes. We had many laughs with him and he always spoke of his family. He loved his family dearly. He made tax season so easy for us. He always had a smile on his face everytime we saw him. He is truly missed. Rest in peace, Mr. Steve.

Brandy

February 16, 2017

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

March 6, 2016

Steve was so dear to me and my daughter he would just call to see how we were doning. It is extremely touching to have known someone in this day and age to just be nice for no reason, we are going to miss Steve a lot.

Dorothy Dunn

March 19, 2013

I just recently learned of Steve's death. He was a soft spoken man and true professional in his craft. Very helpful and knowledgeable, he made tax issues more bearable, always finding the best solutions for each client. I will miss him. May God lift him up with the angels and let his light of service continue to shine brightly.
Cassandra D. Wall

March 15, 2013

Rest in peace, friend. I'll miss you.

Arthur Perkins

March 11, 2013

I am so very sorry to hear about Steve. He's done our taxes for years. He was so kind and always had smile. It was a pleasure visiting with him each year. We will miss him so much.

March 11, 2013

He was wonderful person....I am so sorry for your loss....Valerie Cavalier

March 9, 2013

I am still finding it hard to believe that Steve is gone. My heart is heavy for you, Debbie, Jeanie and Diane who I know and for the rest of the family. May Steve rest in peace and may you find comfort in all the "good" he did for you and others. He was a kind and gentle man. Sincerely, Clara Earl, RN and client.

March 8, 2013

To the Richardson family and office staff, I'm so sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences during this difficult time. I will pray for you all.

Tasha James (Client)

March 7, 2013

My Dearest Family, I can not begin to express how much I will miss Mister Steve. He was my friend and he called me freind also, even though I would see him once a year for over 20 years it was like catching up with what was going on in our lives. He and his wife always treated you like you were special and never like you just was a just another customer. Mrs. Richarson, Mr. Steve will forever be in my heart and I will miss him, I cried because I felt the pain of a "beloved son and dear friend" gone on home to be with the Lord. We shall see him again, face to face, when our Lord and Saviour returns to take us home. Be strong, and may God's Holy Spirit comfort and strengthen you in this season. Mr. Steve is in the presence of our Heavenly Father that you can be assured.

May the Gods' grace and peace be with you. Ms. Lynella Green

March 7, 2013

Debra, My prayers and thoughts are with you and the family. Steve has been doing my taxes since 2004 and I look forward to the yearly visits. I am a cancer survival. It was a great pleasure in having known him. May god continue to bless you and family

Earl Veal

March 7, 2013

We are so sorry for the loss of your love one. May God comfort you during your hours of bereavement.
Earl & Shirley Comena
(Clients)

March 7, 2013

Deborah,my son and I are so sad to receive the letter from you yesterday. Me and my son have gone to Steve to get our taxes done since 2004 and we were both just in there on February 18th. He looked better than ever and I asked him if he planned to retire and he told me no because "my wife likes to shop"! He was such a good man, a kind man. He will be dearly missed and we will never forget him. I am so sorry for your loss, may God comfort you in your time of sorrow.

Diana and Jake LaFleur
Baton Rouge, LA

Diana LaFleur

March 7, 2013

Debra I am so sorry for your loss & had no idea until I got the letter you mailed out. The last time I saw y'all was about a month ago at the Chimes. Our prayers are with you & your family

March 7, 2013

Mr.Steve was an awesome humble man. Steve and I was laughing that I brought my son to do his taxes for the first time,,, Steve had been doing my taxes 20 years. Ms, Debbie my prayers are with you and your family, God knows best he makes no mistakes, my heart is heavy, I found a friend in him, a great pleasure to have known. God Bless!!!!:-) :-) :-)

Monica Plain

March 6, 2013

My husband told me moments ago about Steven's transition. My office was four doors north of his office. Steven sowed many good seeds; and may he reap the harvest.
Rufus and Jacqueline Mims

March 6, 2013

I was shocked to get a letter stating Steve had died. I am so sorry for your loss Steve has done my taxes since 2005 and he was such a super nice guy! I pray that God bless you with peace in the days to come.

Jan Nevils

March 6, 2013

Mrs. Deborah, I was heartbroken to receive your letter today. My family was just at the office a few weeks ago.

Mr. Steve has been apart of my family's life since 1996 and we will miss him dearly. Such a kind, considerate, humble man. THANK YOU for sharing him with us.

Sincerely,

LaTonya & Christopher Miles

LaTonya Miles

March 6, 2013

I just found out about Steve's passing today, March 6th. My heavy heartfelt condolences go out to his family. May the love and prayers of family and friends carry you this sad and difficult time. May God bless all of you.

The only thought that slightly eases my grief is the knowledge that Steve will be one of the five people I see in heaven.

Nancy Panaro

March 6, 2013

I am just finding out that Steve passed away. My heart is heavy. Steve was a kind and wonderful man. He was always so helpful and professional. He will be greatly missed. May God bless your family!

Corliss Fisher

March 5, 2013

We wish to express our deepest sympathy and prayers to Steve's family. As many others, I was shocked to find that Steve had passed away. As a client I can say that I really enjoyed our association and will remember his smile, his joy and will miss seeing and talking with him.
Nita and Howard Sibley
Bounds Vacuum Service, Inc.

March 5, 2013

Steve was always such a nice person and my heart felt condolences to his family and staff. God Bless to All.

Deirdre Carlin

March 5, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss,our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

March 5, 2013

Steve was a testimony of the Lord's kindness. I will miss him.
--Tom from Sherwin-Williams

Tom Barber

March 5, 2013

Debbie,Ashley,Chris,and Office Staff..So sorry to hear of Steve's passing.He was like the big brother I never had.Not only was he patient and kind,but he helped my family through many financial crises.You will be in our thoughts and prayers

Pat Conlee

March 4, 2013

My husband and I are shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Steve's passing. He was a very kind man and had many funny and interesting stories to tell. Our condolences to Steve's family.

Larry and Karen Coleman

March 4, 2013

To Steve Family very sorry to here about Steve passing . He was so kind. Clients Melvin and Cynthia Triplett. God continue to Bless the family.

melvin triplett

March 4, 2013

God bless Steve and his family and friends. this was truly a wonderful man who was a friend to all. Steve was selfless in life and an inspiration in death. He will be dearly missed. Dennis & Sandy Fitzgerald

Dennis & Sandy Fitzgerald

March 4, 2013

I'm so sorry to hear of Steve's death. I met Steve through the LA Society of Enrolled Agents several years ago. Although I didn't know him on a personal level, he was a true professional in the field and a loyal member of LSEA. He will be greatly missed.

Gina Jones, EA

March 4, 2013

May our sweet heavenly father comfort you and keep you in his arms until you reunite once again. Sincereley

Lee Ann Barends, EA

March 4, 2013

To the Richardson family and the office staff: I too worked in Steve's office with the tenants for the education association. He was always smiling and was just a plain ol' "GOOD GUY." He will be missed by so many people. Take care of yourselves. Steve is with God now and not suffering.

Melanie Spillman

March 4, 2013

Deborah,
I was shocked to hear of Steve's passing. I am deeply saddened and so sorry for your loss. Steve was such a sweet man and oh so entertaining with his wonderful sense of humor. He will be missed terribly. Please know that you, Chris, Ashley and your extended family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless and carry you through this sad and difficult time.
Love,
Tammy Hyatt

March 4, 2013

Deborah, so sorry to hear about Steve. My prayers are with you and your family.

Cindi Tramonte

March 4, 2013

Deborah & family: My condolences on Steve's passing. You are in my thoughts & prayers.

David DeBenedetto

March 3, 2013

We love you Mr Steve you will be missed. Chloe said love you paw paw!

Jerika Linville

March 3, 2013

The Boze family are saddened by the loss of Steve. We will keep him in our hearts and remember him as an honorable man. Our prayers are with you Debbie, Chris and Ashley and we grieve with you during this time. Being neighbors and friends for years, we we believe you will always be part of our hearts and we are here for you during this time.

Mark Boze

March 3, 2013

To Steve's family and office staff: when I was president of the EBR Parish Association of Educators, Steve was our "landlord" for a time, graciously renting us space in his building on Wooddale Blvd. He was a kind and gentle man, full of good humor! My sincere sympathy to all those who love him and who will miss him.

Carole White

March 3, 2013

Sorry to hear about Steve.He is at peace now. I will Pray for his family.Sandra Hodges

March 3, 2013

MARY AND I ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT STEVE. HE WILL GREATLY BE MISSED. GOD HAS A PLACE FOR HIM IN HEAVEN.

David , Mary Allen

March 3, 2013

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