Billy Joe "BJ" Richardson III
- February 3, 1992 - August 12, 2012
- Saint Charles, Missouri
of Billy's Passing
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“My condolences to the family, BJ was a friend of mine in highschool, I had no idea of his passing until now. He will be greatly missed.
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1 of 59 | Posted by: Andrew Middleton - St. Charles, MO
“Joe, Wendy, Rianna, and Tayler,
Our hearts are broken for you in the loss of your precious son, B.J. I remember a time at the beach when we were...Read More »
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2 of 59 | Posted by: Debbie Hatfield - Somerset, KY
“I was so sorry to hear of the loss of Billy. I worked with Billy for a short time; he always had a smile and a joke or a funny story to tell me. ...Read More »
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3 of 59 | Posted by: Donna Murphy - Saint Charles, MO
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4 of 59 | Posted by: Bud - Bro
“We send our sincere sympathy to all of the Richardson family. WE know what
a loving and wonderful young man Bill was. Our thoughts and prayers are...Read More »
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5 of 59 | Posted by: Janet & Gary Schnur - Waterloo, IL
“Kelly my heart is hurting for you, but it can never realize the pain that you are going through now. I'm here if you need me. Rachael
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6 of 59 | Posted by: Rachael Barnett
“To Kelly/ Joe and your entire Family's
I am so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and Prayers go out to you all. May you find comfort in the days...Read More »
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7 of 59 | Posted by: Joe/Terrie Brozek - Pevely, MO
“To the Richardson family,
We are so sorry for your loss.
Your family is in our prayers.
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8 of 59 | Posted by: Mike & Pat Stacy - Pacific, MO
“Joe, Wendy, Taylor, and Rianna,
My heart aches for your loss. BJ was an incredible man and his absence is a terrible one. I hope that in time your...Read More »
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9 of 59 | Posted by: Madelynn Hodges (Millikan) - TX
“Linda, Bill and the rest of your family.
We're sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this...Read More »
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10 of 59 | Posted by: Barney and Gloria Wyatt - Sebring, FL
“Joe and Wendi.....my name is Susan Smith and I'm a friend of Steve and Susan Wilson. I want you both to know how my heart aches for your family. I...Read More »
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11 of 59 | Posted by: Susan Smith - Edwardsville , IL
“The Richardson's family
We are so sorry for the loss of BJ. Our deepest sympathy goes out to all. May you feel peace and comfort in knowing that...Read More »
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12 of 59 | Posted by: Joe and Sandy Rocco - OFallon, MO
“Linda,
My heart goes out to you and your family on the loss of BJ. I wish I had words to ease your pain. I know he was dearly loved and will be...Read More »
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13 of 59 | Posted by: Carol Gleason - Wentzville, MO
“Coach Joe, Wendy and family,
Our hearts go out to you and your family during this difficult time.
God looks at what is in our hearts and BJ...Read More »
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14 of 59 | Posted by: The McPeaks, John, Sherry and Johnny - MO
“To the Richardson Family
Many years have passed, and many events, both happy and sad. You must know how sorry I am to hear of this tragic loss. ...Read More »
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15 of 59 | Posted by: Kenneth Rueter - Florissant, MO
“To BJ's family & friends,
There are no words to express my sadness. I was lucky enough to know BJ from Becky-David, Vacation Station, Francis Howell...Read More »
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16 of 59 | Posted by: Ann Travis - Saint Peters, MO
“Linda,
Will pray for peace and strength in this tragic loss of your grandson. I can't imagine the pain and anguish of both you and his parents. ...Read More »
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17 of 59 | Posted by: Deirdre Robertson - Iberia, MO
“To the entire Richardson Family,
We were so saddened to hear about the passing of BJ. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
Mel & Pat...Read More »
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18 of 59 | Posted by: Mel Venneman - St Peters, MO
“I am so sorry for your loose. I am here for you and your family during this difficult time , if there is anything i can do for you let me know. My...Read More »
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19 of 59 | Posted by: Brittany Hagemeyer
“To Linda and Bill,
Words cannot express the depth of feeling Kenny and I have for you and your family at this time. Know that our thoughts and...Read More »
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20 of 59 | Posted by: Janet Allen - Washington, MO
“We are so sorry to hear about BJ's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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21 of 59 | Posted by: Mark, Sara, Luke, Zoe and Sophie Berte - MO
“We are so sorry to hear of this tragedy and just wanted to let you know that your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers and we ask God to give...Read More »
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22 of 59 | Posted by: Jim & Kate Voss - Washington, , MO
“Rianna,
You are such a wonderful, smart, creative girl. I am right down the hall whenever you need anything. ~ Mrs. Heslin
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23 of 59 | Posted by: Kellie Heslin - MO - teacher
“To the Richardson Family,
There are no words to ease your pain...no parent should ever have to bury their child. I pray for peace and...Read More »
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24 of 59 | Posted by: April Wootten - O'Fallon, MO
“I haven't seen BJ in a long time. But, occasionally he would come to work with Grandpa or his daddy when Joe worked driving back and forth between...Read More »
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25 of 59 | Posted by: Danita Chapman - Hermann, MO
“Dear Joe, Wendy, Taylor, and Rianna,
We are all so sorry to hear about BJ's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Your Cousins,...Read More »
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26 of 59 | Posted by: Lisa Britton - Hudson, OH
“Sending my deepest heartfelt condolences to the entire family. I did not know Billy-BJ, but I knew his dad, Uncle Jeff, Uncle John and Aunt Teresa...Read More »
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27 of 59 | Posted by: Sheila (Westbrook) Pendley - MO
“Joe and Wendy
Mary and I are saddened by your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ken and Mary Klump
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28 of 59 | Posted by: Ken and Mary Klump - St. Louis, MO
“Wendy & Family,
John and I are so saddened to hear of your son BJ's passing. Although we never met him, our hearts are heavy. Please know that you...Read More »
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29 of 59 | Posted by: John & Kathi Schell
- Fremont, OH
“Wendy,Joe, Taylor and Rianna,
I am very sorry for your loss. Bj was a blessing to have in my life and I will never forget the memories we shared...Read More »
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30 of 59 | Posted by: Jessica Jimenez - Friend
“Billy Joe: I am very sorry for your loss. I cannot imagine what you and your family are going through. I will keep you and your family in my prayers....Read More »
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31 of 59 | Posted by: James (Bubby) Gurlen - MO
“Dear Kelly,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry to hear about your son.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Norma ...Read More »
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32 of 59 | Posted by: Norma Johnsen - O'fallon, MO
“Joe and family;
Ken and I were deeply saddend and so very sorry to hear of the loss of BJ. One never knows what words to say to comfort someone...Read More »
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33 of 59 | Posted by: Jan & Ken Hanne - Wright City, MO
“God Bless You Kelly and your Family♥
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34 of 59 | Posted by: Sharon Ewing - O'Fallon, MO
“My thouhts are with the entire Richardson family and to those who knew and loved BJ. Joe, I know how much you loved BJ. Although I never met BJ, I...Read More »
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35 of 59 | Posted by: Kurt Reid - Morganton, NC
“Dear Joe, Wendy, Taylor & Rianna
Your tribute to BJ is the most beautiful we've ever read. Words just cannot express how deeply sorry we are for...Read More »
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36 of 59 | Posted by: Caron & Emily Mainer - St. Peters, MO
“We are so sorry for your loss and we know that there are no words that can take away your pain but you are in our prayers. We are here for you and...Read More »
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37 of 59 | Posted by: Phil, Linda and Rylee Jane-Louies Cox - MO
“MY TWO SONS HAVE KNOWN BILLY SINCE HIGHSCHOOL , SINCE WE LIVED CLOSE TO THE SCHOOL HE WAS A REGULAR FIXTURE AT OUR HOUSE , AT SOME POINT COOKIES...Read More »
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38 of 59 | Posted by: DAVE SINCLAIR - MO
“To Billy's Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this hard time. I know it isn't easy but please find strength in the fact that...Read More »
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39 of 59 | Posted by: Allie Davis - Saint Peters, MO
“I was a friend of BJ for only a few years. We met back in Becky David Elementary school and would always hang out during recess. We may have lost...Read More »
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40 of 59 | Posted by: Nick Maier
- St. Charles, MO
“I am so sorry to hear that another classmate has been lost. Billy was always the one to make everybody laugh and smile. He's musical talent was...Read More »
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41 of 59 | Posted by: Carissa - St. Louis, MO - friend
“So sorry to hear about the loss of Billy. He always made class an entertaining event. He'll be missed dearly. My condolences to his family and...Read More »
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42 of 59 | Posted by: Chelsea Cobb - St. Charles, MO
“I'm a very good friend of Jeremiah Tate who introduce me to BJ. I've only known BJ for about 4 Years and i could honestly say he's a very bright kid...Read More »
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43 of 59 | Posted by: Brandon Smith - Florissant
“Richardson Family:
I am so sorry for your loss.. i lived down the street from your family and have known BJ since second grade...he was an amazing...Read More »
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44 of 59 | Posted by: Kelly Hughes - Bowling Green, MO
“Joe and Wendy, Sorry to hear about your loss. My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you. Your friend, Rick
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45 of 59 | Posted by: Rick Fiala - friend
“Joe, sorry about the loss of your son! I couldn't image the pain!
Kevin House, Sr.
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46 of 59 | Posted by: Kevin House, Sr. - Riverview, FL
“Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family. We cannot imagine the pain you are all going through but know that you are all in our thoughts and...Read More »
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47 of 59 | Posted by: The Robertson Family....Dena, Bob, Trace, and Evan
“I remember in 8th grade english class we had a pretty strict teacher and we would always get hall passes and go out in the hall and goof off my heart...Read More »
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48 of 59 | Posted by: Kassandra Hylton - Hannibal, MO
“b j had a very special place in my heart i had him at day care and will never forget his cowboy boots. he wore them everyday he had such a place in...Read More »
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49 of 59 | Posted by: sue martin - st.peters, MO
“Coach Richardson,
So sad to hear about your loss. Bj was a great friend, one to always have your back. Even though we slowly drifted apart through...Read More »
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50 of 59 | Posted by: Austin Haywood - St. Charles, MO
“So saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. Praying for God's love to comfort you through this difficult...Read More »
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51 of 59 | Posted by: Tim and Susan Pontius - Monclova, OH
“I never met BJ but I have known his father for 30 years. A sad loss of a young life. Our prayers are with you.
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52 of 59 | Posted by: Rick Wysocki - Orland Park, IL
“B.J. could always make Taylor and I laugh as we played games when we were little kids. It seems like just yesterday that all of the cousins were...Read More »
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53 of 59 | Posted by: Becca Kozel - Johnstown, OH
“Billy was one of a kind. He had mischief in his eyes and even more love in his heart. All in all, he was one very special person, and I’m grateful...Read More »
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54 of 59 | Posted by: Diane Fingers - St. Peters, MO
“I only knew you for a short amount of time,but I enjoyed being around you every minute. Thank you for those few memories. My prayers go out to the...Read More »
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55 of 59 | Posted by: Zach B. - Maryland Heights, MO
“To BJ's entire family,
My heart just breaks for all of you. I always thought of BJ as the matriarch sort of the "grandkid leader" of our generation...Read More »
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56 of 59 | Posted by: Angie jones-Boyer - St Charles, MO
“Joe & Wendy - Praying for ya'll in hopes that comfort will come your way.
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57 of 59 | Posted by: Tim Mauldin - Harvester, MO
“Wendy and Family,
I am so very sorry to hear of BJ's passing. I just can't imagine what you are going thru, but wanted you to know I was praying...Read More »
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58 of 59 | Posted by: Karen Brecht Rose - Arlington, OH
“To the Richardson Family
Are Prayers are with you and heartfelt sympathy in your loss. There is no way to lessen the sorrow orf losing someone...Read More »
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59 of 59 | Posted by: Ron & Terry Griffin - Osage Beach, MO
Billy Joe "BJ" Richardson, III. Our creative, loving son was taken from us far too soon on August 12, 2012 at the age of 20. Our beloved BJ was born on February 3, 1992. He was a son, big brother, grandson, nephew and friend, and was loved by so many. He graduated from Francis Howell North High School in 2010 and lived the majority of his life in St. Charles County.
BJ is survived by his parents, Joe and Wendy Richardson, Jr., his sisters Taylor and Rianna Richardson, his mother Kelly Davison, and his brother Joshua Jenkins. He was a loving grandson of Bill and Linda Richardson, Sr., Tom and Diane Wadsworth, Ed and Nancy Davison, and Don and the late Diane London. BJ is also survived by his loving girlfriend Kayelyn Schmitt. There are many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends that loved BJ dearly and will miss his bright smile and loving heart.
BJ was an avid lover of music. He played seven instruments but especially loved playing the bass with his band, Screaming Glory at FrauFest. BJ was the BEST Big Brother to his young sisters Taylor and Rianna. They loved spending time together playing Wii Baseball, baking cookies (or just eating the raw cookie dough), and enjoyed each other while always laughing, giggling, and goofing around the house. BJ made sure his sisters knew how much he loved them and how important it was for them to continue to the be the wonderful, responsible girls they are growing up to be.
BJ will be greatly missed by everyone that loved him. He was the kind of young man that everyone was proud to call son, brother, grandson, nephew and friend. He will forever be in our hearts.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in BJ's honor to the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse, St. Louis Chapter (NCADA). Donations will aid in addiction prevention and intervention services in the Greater St. Louis area at www.ncada-stl.org





