Janie M. Richardson, age 89, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 17, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Janie was a member of Lakeside Baptist Church and formerly served as church secretary at Raleigh Avenue Baptist Church. Her Christian faith was an important part of her life, and her years of service to the church reflected her dedication to serving others.

Janie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James C. Richardson.

She is survived by her sons, Timothy C. Richardson (Kerry) and Russell D. Richardson (LaDeana); and her beloved niece, Beverly T. Moore (Todd), whom she loved as a daughter.

She was a loving grandmother to eight grandchildren: James C. Richardson, Curtis E. Richardson, Kayla Myers (Tony), Taylor Breed (Starr), Dalton Shahan (Dean), Davis Richardson, Brandon Barranco, and Aaron Barranco. She was also blessed with five great-grandchildren: Brynleigh and Zoey Myers, Ranger Breed, and Hampton and Luckett Shahan. She also leaves behind a host of nieces and nephews.

Janie’s love and devotion to her family will remain a cherished part of her legacy. While her family grieves her passing, they find comfort in the hope and promise of eternal life through Jesus Christ.

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” — 2 Timothy 4:7 (NIV)

Funeral Arrangements

Visitation will be held Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., followed by a funeral service at 12:00 p.m. at Currie-Jefferson Funeral Home, 2701 John Hawkins Parkway, Hoover, Alabama.

A graveside service will follow at 2:00 p.m. at Alabama National Cemetery in Montevallo, Alabama.

The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to the nurses and staff of Columbiana Health and Rehabilitation and Deborah Holden for the compassionate care, kindness, and love shown to Janie during her final days. Their dedication and support brought comfort not only to Janie but also to her entire family and will always be deeply appreciated.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to The Foundry in Bessemer, Alabama, in honor of Janie’s life and memory.