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Urlin Richardson Dies at 88

It is with solemn reverence that the family of Urlin Richardson announces her passing on Sunday May 4, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on April 26, 1937 to the late Roselphine Maduro-Jennings and Alexander Jennings on the beautiful island of Tortola, BVI.

Urlin Richardson

She was a dedicated employee of the U.S. Virgin Islands Human Services as head cook for over 20 years before retiring in 1993.

Urlin was survived by her daughter Audrey Lucas (Val)  Sons: Pierre Richardson, Keith Richardson (preceded in death), NathanRaymond  Sisters: Rhoda Morton, Albertha Sprauve (preceded in death), Elvina Garcia, Ena Rabsatt (preceded in death) Brothers: Dennis Jennings (preceded in death), Granger Jennings (preceded in death)  Grand children: James Lucas,Jr  Natalie Lucas, Watisha Richardson,Shenika Richardson,Jahmal Richardson, Natalia Raymond, Janika Raymond, Nathaniel Raymond, and Taitum Raymond; Special God Child: Joran Percval

She also left to mourn her beloved great children and great-great grandchild. Many nieces and nephews, too numerous to mention. To include but is not limited to the Maduro, Jennings, Pickering, Smith, Fathie and Penn Families. Our Beloved Mother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend was a compassionate, loving, devoted and  caring individual who would give you her last so that you can have. She loved to cook but her passion was baking all kinds of tarts and breads from scratch.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Funeral services on Tuesday May 20 at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church; viewing will begin at 9a.m., followed by the service at 10 a.m. Interment will follow at Eastern Cemetery, Smith Bay.

Arrangements entrusted to Turnbull’s Funeral Home & Crematory Services.

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