Suddenly, on June 11, 2013. Age 67. Of Crystal River, FL. Formerly of Philadelphia. Son of the late Forest Glover Richardson and Maggie Drewery Adams. Survived by his loving wife and soul mate of 27 years, MaryEllen Richardson (nee Fuchs); his daughter Elaine; his brothers and sisters, Douglas Richardson (Mary) of NJ, Ward Drewery (Anne) of NC, William Drewery (late Debbie) of NC, Lawrence \”Dicky\” Drewery (Barbara) of Philadelphia, Patrick \”Peter\” Drewery of CA, Julius \”Muddy\” Drewery, Patricia Richardson of NC, Lorenda Richardson and the late Louise Richardson, many step children, grandchildren, and a host of nieces and nephews.
Born in Philadelphia on July 6, 1945, Shelton grew up in Wilson, NC and later returned to Philadelphia where he worked as a member of Local Union 332 Labor Union for 34 years. In 2005, he and MaryEllen retired to Florida where they lived together for the last 8 years. Shelton was a very generous person who loved his friends, fishing, gardening and a cold beer.
Viewing will be held Monday from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City. Funeral service 12:30 PM in the funeral home. Interment will follow in Harleigh Cemetery, Camden.
Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Shelton Richardson. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries may be made through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City, NJ 08030
Ph:856-456-1142
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