Joseph Martin Richardson

Joseph Martin (Joe) Richardson, age 48, of Monroe, passed away Thursday, April 5, 2012 in Philadelphia, surrounded by loved ones. Joe was born in Boonton, NJ on May 28, 1963 to Gayle (nee Grapes) and the late Lawrence R. (Larry) Richardson. He was married to Marie (nee Petrizzo) in New Brunswick on July 21, 2006. Joe was an avid football fan who loved the New York Giants. He was an accomplished swimmer who enjoyed the beach, as well as taking day trips with his wife and fishing with his son. Joe‘s family and friends will miss him for his friendly manner and easy laugh. Joe was predeceased by his father, Larry. He will be remembered by his loving wife, Marie; his son, Nicholas; his mother, his grandfather Joseph (Pop Pop) Grapes; his sister, Deborah; his brother Larry and wife Shelly; his mother-in-law Marie, brother-in-law Tony and sister-in-law Susan; his nieces and nephews, his cousins, in particular Tom, and his many friends, especially Little Joe and Pat. In accordance with Joe’s wishes, there will be no public viewing at this time; rather, the family will announce a memorial at a later date. For further information, please contact Walter J. Meyers Funeral Home in Philadelphia. Special Thanks to the staff at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital for their patience and support during this difficult time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Joe’s name to The Liver Transplant Program of The Jefferson Foundation, at 925 Chestnut Street, Suite 110; Philadelphia, PA 19107. Condolences: www.MeyersFH.com The family will announce a memorial at a later date. For further information, please contact Walter J. Meyers Funeral Home in Philadelphia.