Marthenia “Bird” Richardson
January 12, 1957 – October 27, 2022
Marthenia affectionally known as “Bird” peacefully transitioned on Thursday, October 27, 2022, surrounded by her family.
Marthenia was born on January 12, 1957, in Richmond, Virginia to George Richardson and the late Alma Lancaster. She was the youngest of seven daughters. Marthenia was preceded in death by three sisters, Ruby Corbin, Mona Lee, and Debra Richardson.
She was educated in the Richmond Public School system.
Bird truly lived life to the fullest by spending time with family and friends. She enjoyed good times and family celebrations. With Bird’s always positive personality, she was able to reach many people young and old.
She was a loving and always present mother and grandmother.
Bird opened her heart to so many people over the years. She was a sweetheart and was loved by so many. She was present for anyone who needed her, especially her grandchildren.
Marthenia leaves a legacy of love for her family and friends: her father, George Richardson; four daughters, Lisa, Marthenia, Margo and Laura Richardson; three sisters, Joyce Carter, Alma Hubbard, and Iris Jackson; aunt, Harrietta Christian; and six grandchildren, Cergeil, Dai’Quan, DaiQuana, Daijah, Tehran, and Tea’lah. She also leaves two devoted friends, Sylvia Pryor and Eugene Robinson; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Arrangements by Affinity Funeral Service – Richmond Chapel.
Lisa, Punkin, Margo and Laura,
I offer my deepest condolence in the passing of your Mother.
Your Mother was a beautiful woman. It was an honor to have known her for over 26 years. Also, she and I were honored to share a grandson (Cergeil).
The inner strength, the humbleness and love that Bird shared is so admirable. She taught her daughters well. I recall once when Lisa had car trouble and she and Bird fixed the car.
Daily on Facebook, Bird thanked God for letting her see another day. When our heavenly Father saw that she was getting tired, He freed her beautiful spirit from her earthly vessels that was falling apart. He sent an angel to bring His daughter home.
I commend all of you for the faithful way that you attended and took care of your Mother. I know that she was so very proud of you.
No more pain, sorrow or grief…. No more difficulty in breathing… Bird is free!
Lisa, Punkin, Margo, Laura and Grands, please remember what a blessing it was to have such a nurturing Mother/Grandmother.
Love Barbara Louis
Bird you were a wonderful person full of life and positive energy I’m very glad I got to be in your presence and embrace your love you will truly be missed til we meet again 🫶🏾💕😇
Sending you all love and encouragement during this time. I knew how much the grand children loved their grandmother. My sincere condolences to the family.
Ms. L. Allen for the Boys & Girls Club
Rest easy to the toughest little lady you’ll ever meet. She didn’t take no spit and she walked like it too. Head up, shoulders back. She’ll tell you like it is and still turn around and give you sugar. My auntie’s name is Marthenia but she was known as BIRD. Now I still don’t know where she got the name but I’ll leave it as…”fly as a bird”. She was small in stature but the sass was grand. She knew who she was and you couldn’t tell her any different.
My auntie had a good heart and cared for those around her. She was a second mom to many and an unofficial twin to my mom. A few years younger and yet she looked after her older sister. My auntie uplifted me, advised me, and listened to me.
And although it may not have seemed to be the case, my ears were open too. I heard her when she said she was tired. Not just her words, but her soul. My auntie had strength some could only dream of. One heck of a cookie. “Be sweet”. “Always auntie”.
It’s so many things I can say about my Aunt/ mother. She was a strong beautiful Queen. And help raise me when I felt like I had no one else in my corner. I will always be thankful for her being there for me. And for her bringing me, and my mother closer than ever. Her strong personality, and caring heart got me to see my mothers true love for me. And I thank her for that. I swear, I would never forget how she would get in the street with us, and play football. How she would even wrestle with us. She was small but would fold us up with no problem. Strong!!! Not only was she a good mother/aunt. She was a fun friend to have as family. I love you, and will never forget you. You’ll live on in my heart forever. Love your nephew Dee. 😍
In your words….. “peace baby, love you❤️❤️” until we meet again 🙏❤️
Dear Bird
Thanks for the wonderful years you helping me with your great nieces and the unconditional love you always poured out. My deepest condolences to Lisa, Margo, Pumpkin, and Laura and the entire Richardson Family. Sip Bird
Sincerely
Chanyah, Nykia , & Lenrubya
❤️ love always ❤️ 💕
I love you mama bird, you was more to me than just a neighbor. You treated me as one of yours & i will be forever grateful for the times i shared with you❤️❤️
I MISS YOU 😘