Calvin Bernard Richardson Jr.

Calvin B. Richardson, Jr., a dedicated, strong warrior and child of God, departed this world on April 18, 2020. He was welcomed into the world on April 7, 1963, first born of two children to Calvin and Doris Richardson of Brooklyn New York. He leaves to cherish his memory: his wife Kim Allison Richardson, of White Plaines, Maryland; two sons, Daheem Richardson (Sophia), Amari Richardson, of Worcester, Massachusetts; two brothers, Derrick Richardson (Leslie), Upper Marlboro, Maryland, Terrence Sykes (Janice), Warsaw, North Carolina; four stepdaughters, Karin Shannon and Stephanie Henderson, Worcester, Massachusetts; Savasha Whitfield (Marcel) and Shatierre Cox, Waldorf, Maryland; twelve grandchildren; one aunt Ann Richardson, Aberdeen, Maryland; four uncles, William Richardson, and Harold Patrick, New Bern, North Carolina, Vincent Becton (Katina), Manassas, Virginia; countless cousins, nieces, nephews and devoted friends, Derek Silkert (Jannelle), Fairborn, Ohio and Larry Stokes, (Suzanne) San Antonio, Texas. Calvin was a dedicated Military Man. He initially enlisted and served in the US Army Reserves and after a short time, enlisted in the US Army (1985) with great pride and resolve. He served (1991) in three Military Campaigns of the Gulf War; Desert Storm, Desert Shield and Operation Desert Fairwell. In addition, he served in Europe during the Cold War on an Advanced Party, during which time, he achieved the rank of Sergeant. He was very proud of his service in the military and one of his greatest joys was helping his fellow Veterans. Calvin achieved twenty four years in Federal Service. He was employed at the Washington, DC Veterans Hospital as an Addiction Rehabilitation Therapist. Calvin’s lifelong goal was to study law and he passed the LSAT exam with flying colors but delayed his goal for a while. However, his achievements were exceptional. He attended Fitchburg State University in Massachusetts, where he achieved his Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, graduating with honors (Magna Cum Laude). Shortly thereafter, he entered Worcester State University, Massachusetts, where he achieved his Masters of Arts Degree in Non-Profit Management, once again with honors, achieving the status of Magna Cum Laude. Calvin was a member of the First Baptist Church of Glenarden and he loved the Lord and the many acquaintances he made while studying several years in the Men’s Ministries (Men Following Christ). This was one of his fondest accomplishments. He was tenacious, dedicated, strong and devoted to God, family and any mission undertaken. He was gregarious, and loved life. Calvin traveled to many places in the world and met many people along life’s journey, but he knew no strangers. He will be sorely missed by all. Due to unforeseen circumstances and world-wide conditions at this time, the family regrets that interment must be private and will take place at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery in Cheltenham, Maryland (with Military Honors). However, a Memorial Service/Celebration of Life will be scheduled for family and friends at a later date (to be announced). In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions can be made in Calvin’s name to the: Military Order of the Purple Heart Service Foundation, Inc. 7008 Little River Turnpike Annandale, VA 22003 PO Box 49

Calvin Bernard Richardson Jr.

April 7, 1963 - April 18, 2020