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William R. Richardson

William L. Richardson, 97, of Fort Wayne, and a former resident of Zanesville, died Monday, July 1, 2013.

Mr. Richardson owned and operated Richardson's Grocery Store, in Zanesville, for 35 years. He was a member of the Zanesville Church of God.

He was born June 12, 1916, in Manleyville, TN, to Matthew and Lena Russell Richardson. He married Faith Clark, who preceded him in death.

Survivors include two daughters, Katherine Richardson and Marcia (John) Wilson; a granddaughter, Christy Eckenrode; and two great-grandsons.

Burial was at Greenlawn Memorial Park, Fort Wayne.

Elzey-Patterson-Rodak Home for Funerals, Fort Wayne, was in charge of arrangements.