Patrick Wayne Richardson

March 18, 2018

Patrick Wayne Richardson, 70, of Covington, passed away Sunday, March 18, 2018 at Piedmont Newton Medical Center. He loved studying the Bible, singing, playing sports and fishing. Patrick was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend to many. He was a member of Red Oak UMC and a former member of Greater Love Baptist Church where he served as a Sunday school teacher and led singing. Patrick retired from AT&T after 28 years of service. He was born in Florence, SC to the late Melvin and Edyth Williams Richardson. And in addition to his parents, is preceded in death by his brothers, Rodell Richardson, Ronnie Richardson and Donnie Richardson. Patrick is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Patricia Richardson, of Covington; daughter and son-in-law, Kim and Tony Spurling, of Covington; son and daughter-in-law, Ryan and Kelsey Richardson, of Ball Ground; grandchildren, Emily Richardson, Cara Werner, Kourtney Werner, Aliya Murphy, Alaina Murphy, Cole Spurling, Ayden Richardson, and Elias Richardson; sister and brother-in-law, Jennilyn and Ken Pittman, of Florence, SC; niece, Tonya Bozeman; Dale Pittman and Chip Pittman, along with several other family members. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 22, 2018 at 3:00 pm at Red Oak United Methodist Church with interment following in the church cemetery after the service. The family will receive friends at the church from 1:00 pm until time of service. Flowers are accepted or donations may be made to Red Oak UMC Youth Building Fund, 15105 Hwy 36, Covington, GA 30014. Guests may sign the online register at www.wheelerfuneralhome.com. Wheeler Funeral Home 11405 Brown Bridge Rd Covington (770) 786-7111