RICHARDSON, Everett Andrew "Andy" - b. July 15, 1943 - d. October 6, 2010

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Everett Andrew "Andy" Richardson, age 67, a resident of Longton, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, October 6, 2010 at the Howard Twilight Manor in Howard, Kansas.  He was born on July 15, 1943 in Johnson City, Tennessee, the son of Louis South and Velma Smith.

After graduating high school, Andy joined the United States Army and served during the Vietnam War.  Andy worked for various carnivals for several years.  He also worked as a welder and roofer

Andy is survived by three sons, Jim Beam Richardson of Mexico City, Mexico, David Richardson and Alan Richardson, both of Wichita, Kansas; his stepmother, Lois South of Wichita, Kansas; three brothers, Rick South of Longton, Kansas, Lloyd South and Louis South, both of Wichita, Kansas; three sisters Lynn DeRose of Hutchinson, Kansas, Kay Snyder of Gridley, Kansas, and Mildred Harrison of Wellington, Kansas.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Velma.

Per Andy's wishes, he was cremated.  A memorial service will be held at a later date.  Online condolences may be left at www.countrysidefh.com.  Arrangements are under the direction of Countryside-Zimmerman Funeral Home, 206 E. Washington, Howard, Kansas 67349.

(taken from the Countryside Funeral Home website)