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Larcie “Belle” Richardson

September 27, 1929 - September 5, 2021
Visitation
Mt. Carmel Baptist Church
1623 Hester Store Road
Easley, South Carolina 29640
Thursday 9/9, 12:30 pm - 1:45 pm
Service
Mt. Carmel Baptist Church
1623 Hester Store Road
Easley, South Carolina 29640
Thursday 9/9, 2:00 pm
Cemetery
Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Cemetery
1623 Hester Store Road
Easley, South Carolina 29640
Thursday 9/9, 3:00 pm

Larcie “Belle” McDowell Richardson, 91, of Easley, passed away on Sunday, September 5, 2021.

Born in Hartwell, GA, she was the daughter of the late John and Anna Temple McDowell.

Belle was a member of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church since 1957. She taught GA’s and a member of the “Dorcas” Sunday School Class, and the WMU “Womens’ Missions Union” group at church. She enjoyed water skiing on Saluda and Lake Hartwell, gardening and canning. She knew the value of saving pennies and hard work and as a loving mother passed those values down to her children and grandchildren.

Belle is survived by two sons, James Richardson and his wife, Margaret; Donald Richardson and his wife, Janice; seven grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren; brothers, Alex McDowell and Shem McDowell; and a sister, Ruby Moss.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Broadus Richardson in 1999; daughter, Virginia Harris; grandson, Rick Galloway and great-grandson, Steven Verdin; four sisters, Peggy Ledford, Sue Ellis, Lena Stone and Joyce Crocker; and three brothers, John “J.T.” McDowell, Darren McDowell and Bob McDowell.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to caregivers for their love and compassion while caring for her, Kristie, Leah, Missy, Porscha, Quinn and Tan.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, September 9,2021, from 12:30 p.m. until 1:45 p.m. at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church with a funeral service to follow immediately at 2:00 p.m. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

The family requests that the CDC guidelines in wearing masks and social distancing be followed.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, 1623 Hester Store Road, Easley, SC 29640, c/o Operations Christmas Child.

Friends are encouraged to leave condolence messages for the family by clicking on the button labeled “Leave A Message, Share A Memory” on the main obituary page.

Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Northwest

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Visitation
Mt. Carmel Baptist Church
1623 Hester Store Road
Easley, South Carolina 29640
Map
Thursday 9/9, 12:30 pm - 1:45 pm
Service
Mt. Carmel Baptist Church
1623 Hester Store Road
Easley, South Carolina 29640
Map
Thursday 9/9, 2:00 pm
Cemetery
Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Cemetery
1623 Hester Store Road
Easley, South Carolina 29640
Map
Thursday 9/9, 3:00 pm

Larcie “Belle” McDowell Richardson, 91, of Easley, passed away on Sunday, September 5, 2021. Born in Hartwell, GA, she was the daughter of the late John and Anna Temple McDowell. Belle was a member of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church since 1957. She taught GA’s and a member of the “Dorcas” Sunday School Class, and theContinue Reading

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Evelyn Adams Herring left a message on September 15, 2021:
To Belle’s family. I was so sorry to hear of Belles passing. She is a first cousin of mine, our mothers being sisters! She was a precious lady whom I enjoyed talking with each year at the Temples family reunion. I will truly miss seeing her! Sending my love and prayers to the family.
Abbie Beasley left a message on September 9, 2021:
So sorry for your loss. I will keep all of you n my thoughts and prayers. Loved the video...
Debbie & Jim Buchanan left a message on September 7, 2021:
My sweet and precious Belle was truly a wonderful friend and blessing to our family. I will miss our phone calls and you always sharing your love for Jesus with me. Heaven has gained a very special angel and we know you are now healed and in no more pain! We all love you forever Belle!❤️
Gloria w wilson left a message on September 7, 2021:
My sincere sympathy to you all. Mrs. Richardson was such a sweet person and I enjoyed knowing her.
Millissia King left a message on September 7, 2021:
Every morning through the week. We would watch the Red Birds eating from the feeder. We would watch and talk and laugh while watching them. God sent Mrs. Belle into my life at a time I needed her most. I’m sure going to miss my friend. I know she is with her family in Heaven now. I love you Mrs. Belle so much.
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Glenda Shaw left a message on September 6, 2021:
Belle was a very lovely Christian lady. She was my neighbor for many years while I lived in the area. She will be missed but is with her God now. Peace and prayer for the family.
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes left a message:
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