Richardson, Jack L. 1939-2025 Union Star, Mo.

UNION STAR, Mo. – Jack Richardson, 85, peacefully passed away on Jan. 31, 2025, at his home. He was born in Osborn, Missouri, on May 22, 1939, to George and Jessie Richardson.

Jack graduated from Plattsburg High School and received an associate’s degree from Missouri Western State College. He was an engineer for the Burlington Northern Railroad for over 40 years before retiring.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Jessie (Caldwell) Richardson and brothers, Jim and Charlie Richardson.

He is survived by his son, Cornel (Retha) Richardson, Azle, Texas; and daughter, Marcia (Kelly) Lykins, St. Joseph; two grandchildren, Chasidy Richardson, Fort Worth, Texas; and Ali Hughes (Shelby), Platte City, Missouri; three great-grandchildren, Logan, Derrick, and Adalyn; one nephew, Jimmy Richardson; and several cousins.

Jack loved living and working on the farm. He loved animals, especially his cat, Candy.

After retirement, he loved going to his granddaughter’s basketball games at Benedictine College, where he was affectionately known to everyone as “Grandpa Jack.”

Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025 at Poland-Thompson Chapel, 222 W. Third Street Cameron, Missouri. Visitation: 1 to 2 p.m. Services: 2 p.m. Burial in Osborn Evergreen Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be given to St. Joseph Animal Rescue.

Online condolences: www.polandthompson.com

Arrangements by Poland-Thompson Funeral Home, Cameron. As published in the St. Joseph News-Press.