Phillip Lawrence Richardson

Phillip Richardson, age 79, of Cornelia, Georgia, formerly of Snellville, passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2024.

Mr. Richardson was born on September 25, 1944, in Atlanta, Georgia to the late Lawrence and Bernice Martin Richardson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Joe Richardson.

Raised in Tucker, Phillip led a life of integrity, service, and compassion. He served his country with honor in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War, demonstrating bravery and commitment to his nation. Following his military service, Phillip embarked on a distinguished career as a home builder, dedicating over four decades to crafting homes of outstanding quality. Phillip enjoyed fishing and was an avid collector, but his greatest joy was his family. Known for his positive attitude and genuine concern for others, Phillip was a man of integrity, honor, and duty. He never spoke ill of others, forgave all who harmed him, and left everyone he encountered with laughter.

Phillip will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother. Of the many titles he held throughout his life, the one he most cherished was “Grandpa”. We find comfort in the words of scripture that encapsulate his life: John 15:13 - "Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends.”

Survivors include his loving wife of 54 years, Phyllis Richardson, of Cornelia; daughter Christine Austin, of Johns Creek; son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Sandi Richardson, of Cornelia; daughter and son-in-law, Mary and Jason Worley, of Lula; grandchildren, Parker and Madison Worley, and Jack Garmon; sisters and brothers-in-law, Lindalee and Hugh Walters, or Cornelia, and Susan and Rick Clack of Chugiak, Alaska; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Memorial Services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, February 10, 2024, at Airline Baptist Church, 3368 White Sulphur Road, Gainesville, Georgia 30501, with Pastor Zach Johnson officiating. Military Honors will be provided by the United States Air Force and the Grant Reeves Honor Guard.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to Habersham Life Pregnancy Care Center, 215 Hodges St. #101, Cornelia, Georgia 30531.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Whitfield Funeral Homes & Crematory, South Chapel at 1370 Industrial Boulevard, Baldwin, Georgia 30511. Telephone: 706-778-7123 .