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Michael M. Richardson

August 13, 1971 — May 21, 2023

Michael M. Richardson

Michael McKennan Richardson, age 51 of Chardon passed away May 21, 2023, in Anthem, AZ due to a service-related illness. Born August 13, 1971, to David McKennan & Helen (nee: Kanuk) Richardson, he had been living in the house he built in Chardon with his wife Lori for over 20 years. Mike was a Firefighter/Paramedic 1st Class with Euclid Fire Department for 25 years and cherished his fire department brothers and sisters. He is survived by his wife Lori (nee: Malinas) Richardson of Chardon; fur babies Porter and Josie; Mother Helen Richardson of Lyndhurst; mother-in-law Donnie Malinas of Hamden; brother Nate(Alexis) Richardson of Mayfield Heights; sister Susan Cocita of Lyndhurst; brother-in-law Rick Malinas (Becky) of Concord; nieces Melissa(Joe )Kassouf ,Maria Cocita & Maddy Malinas; nephews Anthony Cocita & Jacob Malinas and Godson Cody Brower. He was preceded in death by his father David Richardson; father-in-law Dick Malinas and many beloved fur babies. Mike Loved hunting, especially his trips with his brother-in-law Rick out west, fishing and being outdoors. He enjoyed golf and worked out every day. He loved being in his home and taking meticulous care of his lawn. Along with Lori, he loved rescuing dogs and has had many over the years. Mike loved spending time at their cabin in PA with friends and family and was affectionately known as “Uncle Mike” by everyone. A memorial procession with Mike’s body will begin around 10:40am on Friday, June 16, 2023, and work its way from Meadowlands Drive (Walmart Parking Lot) in Chardon, around the square to St. Mary Parish (401 North Street, Chardon, OH 44024) where calling hours will begin at 11am and go until the funeral service at 1pm. A time of sharing stories will begin following the funeral service at 2pm in the St. Mary Banquet Hall. Mike will be laid to rest in a private family setting. Services entrusted to the Potti & Marc F. Burr Funeral Homes of Chardon, Painesville, Madison & Fairport Harbor. Donation suggested to the Geauga County Dog Warden or Mike’s Mission FD68 LLC. Information for how to donate to Mike’s Mission will be available at the visitation and the funeral home website once everything is set up. Obituary, online condolences and memorial gifts available at www.marcfburrfuneralhome.com .
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