Diane Richardson

Diane Richardson, 83, of Union, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood on November 19, 2024. Known for her fiery spirit and quick wit, Diane was truly a dynamo in every sense. “Dynamite comes in small packages” was a fitting description of her, as she was small in stature but immense in personality. Her intelligence, sense of humor, and vivacious energy made her a beloved friend, neighbor, and family member.

Diane never met a stranger—whether it was the mailman, the garbage collector, or anyone she encountered, she made a friend. She had a special love for animals, particularly her cats and the many neighborhood cats that knew they could count on her for a warm home and a kind hand. Her passion for birdwatching filled her days, and she could often be found observing the natural world with a keen eye and a deep appreciation.

She enjoyed a rich and full social life, particularly with her close-knit circle of friends who shared in her love for competition. She relished the camaraderie of the “senior games” with her girlfriends and often took home first place.

Above all, Diane’s greatest love was for her family. She was a devoted mother to her seven children—Joe (Marianne) Richardson, Heather (Chris) Harger, Sean (Elizabeth) Richardson, David Richardson, Scott (Valerie) Richardson, Steven (Erica) Richardson, and James Richardson. She was proud of her 20 grandchildren and multiple great-grandchildren, who were a constant source of joy and pride in her life.

In addition to her children and grandchildren, Diane is survived by her nieces, Laura (Tipton) Ford, Patricia (Dennis) Kolb, and Cindy Woodley, along with multiple great-nieces and great-nephews, all of whom will miss her dearly.

Diane is preceded in death by her late husband, Joe Richardson, her brother, Wells Woodley III, her sister in law, Ann Woodley, and her nephew, Wells Adam Woodley.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Kentucky Humane Society https://www.kyhumane.org/donate/

A visitation for Diane will be held on Monday, November 25 at Grace Fellowship Church (9379 Gunpowder Rd, Florence, KY 41042) from 10:00am – 11:00am, with a service at 11:00am. Burial will follow the service at Kentucky Veterans Cemetery North (205 Eibeck Ln, Williamstown, KY 41097).

Services for Diane will be live streamed – please click the link below on Monday, November 25 at 10:00am to view.