Michael J. Richardson

Michael J. Richardson, 47, of Ann Arbor, formerly of Stevensville, Michigan & Flagstaff, Arizona, passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2004 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:30 A.M. Tuesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 211 Church St., St. Joseph. Friends may call from 6-8 P.M. Monday at Kerley-Starks & Menchinger Family Funeral Home, 2650 Niles Rd., St. Joseph. Memorials may be made to Big Brothers-Big Sisters at the YMCA in St. Joseph. Those wishing to share a memory or sign the guest book online may do so at www.starks-menchinger.com. Michael was born July 3, 1957 in Grayling, Michigan to James & Cynthia (Justice) Richardson. He graduated from Mason County Central High School in Scottville, Michigan in 1975. Michael was employed at Tetra Tech MPS in Ann Arbor. He enjoyed boating, snowmobiling and just being outdoors. He was a fan of the Detroit Tigers. Michael deeply loved his family. Michael is survived by his parents-James & Cynthia Richardson of Stevensville; two brothers-Brian (Caroline) Richardson of Rockford, MI; Matthew Richardson and his fianc?e Vicki Miller of Benton Harbor; four sisters-Laurie (Scott) Cardella & Mary (Garry) Thomas, both of Flagstaff, AZ; Kathleen (Scott) Osmun of Grand Haven, MI; Erin Richardson of Grand Rapids, MI; nephews & nieces-Lindsey Bowling; Olivia & Sam Tillett; Kelly & Orion Thomas; Sara (Karl) Rosencrants; Ashley Osmun; Jaime & Jack Richardson; Tyler & Sophia Richardson; Elise Pruitt; Elena Richardson; grand nieces & nephew-Aliyah Rosales; & Laya & Aiden Rosencrants; many extended family members & many friends. Michael was an avid sports enthusiast, a wonderful uncle & an admired big brother.