Barbara Gene

Richardson

After a long illness, Barbara Gene Richardson, passed this life and gained her wings, on Monday, November 3, 2025 at 1:00 am at Swanton Valley Nursing Home in Swanton Ohio. Barbara was born July 27,1940, in Toledo, Ohio to Leroy and Risa Holloway.

In 1951 the family moved to Ironton, Ohio where Barbara attended Ironton High School and graduated in 1958. At an early age of 12 years old Barbara found the Lord and was baptized at Calvary Gospel Tabernacle Church in Ironton, Ohio under the pastorate of Elder J. J. Wimams. Throughout her life, Barbara demonstrated a remarkable ability to blend precision with imagination, a skill that served her well in her varied professional pursuits. In her career, Barbara honed her talents as typist, working diligently for judges and lawyers, at ABLE, Fair Housing, and City of Toledo. Her meticulous attention to detail and unwavering dedication made her a valued presence in the legal circles she supported. Beyond the precise world of typing, she also loved shorthand.

Barbara's creative spirit flourished through her work as a children's book writer. She poured her heart into crafting stories that sparked imagination and joy in young readers, leaving an indelible mark on many childhoods. Barbara's artistic inclinations extended beyond the written word. She was a fantastic artist, renowned for gathering objects and transforming them into beautiful paintings. Her unique approach to art captured the essence of creativity, turning the ordinary into the extraordinary.

Barbara's home became a testament to her artistic vision and generosity, as she graciously, opened her doors to the community of the Old West End festival, inviting others to tour and experience her captivation artwork.

Barbara's love for history who enjoy delving into the past, uncovering stories that shaped the presence. The passion historical knowledge found a personal dimension when she began a family tree, connecting and preserving her family legacy.

She preceded in death by her father Leroy Holloway, mother Risa Holloway, son Iran (Keith) Hinson, sister Patricia Holloway, Rosiland Pettaway, brothers Vernon Holloway, Bruce Holloway, and Rev. Willie Grace.

Barbara is survived by her children: Theresa Richardson Toledo, Ohio Tammi Haynes Cleveland, Ohio sons: Donald Richardson Ill and Kenneth Richardson Toledo, Ohio Barbara's sisters: Pamela (Brad) Holly, Beverly Payne, Claudia Nettles, Janice Holloway, brothers: Roy (Sandra) Holloway, Sr. Tyrone (Delores) Holloway. Barbara has 17) grandchildren 54) great grandchildren and 9) great great grandchildren.