Wayne Lee Richardson

Wayne Lee Richardson, age 81 of Jacksboro went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at his home. He was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church of Jacksboro. Wayne was a loving husband of 52 years, father, grandfather and great grandfather who loved to attend church at Macedonia where he was deacon, Sunday school teacher and church clerk for over 48 years. He served on the Equalization Board of Campbell County, was a member of the board of directors of Farm Bureau until he became ill. Wayne enjoyed spending time with his family which he was very proud of. He also enjoyed farming, turkey hunting, woodworking and the outdoors.

Preceded in death by Son: Ronald Wayne Richardson. Grandson: Sammy Wayne Richardson. Brothers: J.C., Judson, Otis and S.D. Sister: Wilma Pierce.

Survived by Wife: Faye Richardson. Sons and Daughters in Law: Sam and Melinda Richardson and Scott and Rebecca Richardson all of Jacksboro and Steve and Connie Richardson of Dandridge, TN. Grandchildren: Travis, Robert, Chris and Stephanie Richardson of Jacksboro. Great Grandchildren: Hunter and Hannah Richardson of Jacksboro, Randall, Elizabeth and Sheri Batts of Dandridge. Brothers: James E. Richardson of Jacksboro and Shields Worth of Lafollette. Sister: Eva Lee Chadwick of Ohio.

Funeral Service will be 1 PM Saturday, January 22, 2011 at Macedonia Baptist Church with Rev. J.T. Asbury, Rev. John Hunley and Rev. Bill Hicks officiating. Wayne will lie in state from 12 until 1 PM Saturday before funeral service. Interment will follow in Macedonia Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 PM Friday night at the funeral home.

Martin Wilson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.