Carl Neal Richardson, 76, passed away Saturday, January 17, 2026 at his home in Russell Springs. He was born June 6, 1949 in Russell County, to Ralph and Catherine Loy Richardson.
 

He loved spending time with his family, enjoyed coon hunting, and watching UK games and westerns on T.V. Carl was a member of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church. He loved his church and his church family.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Shane (and Laramie) Richardson of Russell Springs

1 grandson: Clay Richardson of Russell Springs

3 brothers: Marion Richardson and Bro. Glen (and Willodean) Richardson of Russell Springs, and Danny (and Mary) Richardson of Lexington

3 sisters: Rebecca (and Doug) Darnell of Russell Springs, Dale (and Ray) Stilts of Columbia, and Kathy Holt of Dunnville

Brother-in-law: Lloyd Alley of Columbia

1 stepson: Mike Warriner

2 stepdaughters: Stephanie Abston and Sherry Roberts

A host of nieces, nephews, and extended family

Special friends: Carolyn Garner and Tobi Grider (& her children: Brylee, Carlie, Traygen, and Linnley)

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death a brother, Boyd Richardson and a sister, Marlene Alley.

Funeral service: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 3:30pmCT at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, with Bro. Glen Richardson and Bro. Preston Richardson officiating

Special music will be provided by nieces and nephews. 

Family members will serve as pallbearers

There will be no visitation prior to the service.

Burial: Mt Calvary Cemetery

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Bernard Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.