Elizabeth Deeann Richardson

Elizabeth Deeann “Dee” Richardson, 67, of Boone, North Carolina (formerly of Florence, Colorado, and Arkansas) passed away October 12, 2021, at Watauga Medical Center in Boone, North Carolina. Dee was born on January 19, 1954, in Roswell, New Mexico, to John and Ottie M. Chuculate.

Dee was a devout Christian who loved her Lord Jesus, spreading joy and the word of God. Dee loved crocheting blankets and other items, donating them to the homeless shelters and nursing homes. She was very concerned about keeping everyone warm! She loved doing arts & crafts, volunteering, traveling, and taking care of her plants. She also loved collecting family photos and anything else that caught her eye! She found joy in everything in life, a hug from the grandkids to the sight of flowers she would see on the side of the road. Dee had a colorful personality and never met a stranger! She wanted to take care of everyone around her and ensure they all "had enough!” Dee loved her kids, grandchildren, family, and friends with all her heart.

Dee is survived by her daughters, Hanna (Silas) M. Drywater of Danville, Arkansas, and Sarah (Trevor) D. Hadley of Vilas, North Carolina; sons, Earl Richardson and Stephen Richardson both of Booneville, Arkansas; six grandchildren, Whitley E. Richardson of Glenwood, Georgia, Tristan M. Drywater of Russellville, Arkansas, Jamie M. Drywater of Belleville, Arkansas, Fenix E. Hadley, Ezri A. Hadley and Ryker P. Hadley all of Vilas, North Carolina; great-granddaughter, Alyxandreya K. Brown of Glenwood, Georgia; sisters, Elaine Bauer of Denver, Colorado and Kathy Williams of Florence, Colorado; and brothers, Kenneth Chuculate of Pueblo, Colorado, Jimmy Griffith of Penrose, Colorado, and Tabb Morrow of Canon City, Colorado. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John Chuculate and Ottie M. Casey; and brothers, Gary and Joe Griffith. 

A graveside service will be held Wednesday, October 20, 2021, at Lakeside Cemetery in Canon City, Colorado at 2 p.m. Henry Ewing will be delivering the eulogy and providing the music.

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