CENTERVILLE-  George William "Bill" Richardson, 87, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday evening May 28, 2025 at Rosebud Village in Richmond after a brief illness.  He was a loving father, husband and friend.  Bill was born in New Castle, Indiana to Frank and Margaret (Durett) Richardson on August 5, 1937.  Bill worked as a plant manager in manufacturing businesses, Johnson Sheet Metal and Firestone were a couple.  In retirement, he and his wife, Jo Ann operated a T-shirt shop in Centerville for many years.  Bill loved playing basketball and was well known for his "Hook Shot."  He enjoyed watching I.U. Basketball and fishing. He was a member of the Centerville Christian Church which he attended for several years.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Jo Ann (Morris) Richardson and his eldest son, Bradley Richardson.

Survivors include his daughter, Dana (Rodney) Fink and son, Eric (Debbie) Richardson; grandchildren, Alyssa (Collin) Romack, Chase, Kyle, Leslie and Carlie Richardson and many friends who will miss him.

Following cremation, a Memorial Visitation will be from 4 p.m. until the start of the Memorial Service at 6 p.m. on Thursday June 5, 2025 at Marshall & Erlewein Funeral Home, Dublin.

Marshall & Erlewein Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements, where online condolences can be made at www.marshallanderleweinfuneralhome.com