William A. Richardson

William "Bill" Richardson, 65, resident of Cottonwood, passed away on Thursday, July 5, 2007. He was born February 3, 1942 in Massillon, Ohio to Sylvester and Catherine (Fyke) Richardson. Bill attended his childhood schools in Ohio and in Winslow, Arizona. Bill was a Veteran of the United States Navy. He worked for W.L. Gore Associates as a Machinist and with Wire and Cable. Bill always loved a practical joke, and he was fascinated with trains. He was also an avid reader and thoroughly enjoyed working on word and crossword puzzles. He leaves behind his brother, Charles Richardson; his sisters, Naomi Bechtel with her husband, Charles of Cottonwood, and Sheila Henscheid with her husband, Kenny of Flagstaff; 4 nephews, 2 nieces, and 2 grand nephews. A Memorial Mass will be held at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church on Thursday, July 12, 2007 at 10:00am. An online guestbook is available at www.westcottfuneralhome.com