Charles Junior Richardson

Charles “Chick” Richardson 88, of Omak, Washington, passed away on May 22, 2024 surrounded by his family. He was born January 6, 1936 to Charley and Lela Richardson on their family homestead that lays on the hill of Aurora, Arkansas. Chick had many fond memories of his childhood growing up in the Ozarks of Arkansas. His favorite memories were adventures with his cousins. But his best memory was hauling whisky barrels at the age of 14 with his grandpa and uncle. Life was tough back then but Dad was tougher. When the Dust Bowl hit Arkansas his parents, aunts, cousins and friends all headed up the West Coast looking for a better way of life. They landed in Omak, calling it home. Chick met the love of his life Darlene “Dotty” Richardson and knew they would be together forever. With her roots running as far back south as his, there was no-one more perfect to build a life with together. They wed November 1, 1958. Chick and Dotty welcomed their first child, a son Rusty to the world in March of 1960. But their family was not complete until their daughter Dusty was born in October of 1969. Chick was called to service in 1958. Serving actively and as a reserve until 1964 when he was honorably discharged. Chick received his Voice Radio Operation certification in the military but his heart lay behind the wheel. He drove log truck for many years before joining Biles and Coleman Mill running the Lumber Jack for 36 years before retiring to full time Grandpa. Chicks hobbies were fishing, camping, cars, going for drives, yard sales and Friday night poker with life long friends Joe Hughes, Clayton Jackson, Les More, Jim Watkins, and Allen Pheasant. Along with the wives that kept the men in shape. But his favorite hobby of all was being a Grandfather. Chick and Dotty both dedicated their lives to their families. Raising their oldest grandchildren, sitting in the car watching little league baseball games, driving to endless rodeos and of course taking “the favorite” lunch everyday. It was seldom that Chick would tell the grandkids no. He was the kindest, most loving man who ever walked the earth. He was so strong but so soft all in one. Chick is preceded in death by his loving wife Dotty Richardson, son Rusty Richardson, his sister Pat Bonn and brother Billy Richardson. Along with numerous family members and friends that he has missed over the years. He is survived by his biggest accomplishments. Daughter Dusty (Grant) Hughes, Granddaughter Jessie (Jake) Thornton, Grandson PJ Richardson. Grandson Brandon (Rae) Hughes and granddaughter Lindsey (Haden) Bristol. Great Grandkids Hayden, Baylee, Preston, Sky, Duke, Asher, Wilder and Ridge. Graveside services will be held at Omak Memorial Cemetery, May 24 at 10AM.

Charles Junior Richardson

January 6, 1936 - May 22, 2024