Samuel Frank "Junnie" Richardson, Jr., age 61, of Orlando, Florida, departed this life on February 19, 2022. He was born on July 5, 1960 in Salem, New Jersey and was raised in Camden, New Jersey.
Sam is the son of the late Samuel Frank Richardson, Sr., Kay, his step-mother, and Emma Joanne "Yolanda" Wallace, his mother. He is survived by his loving wife, Santitos; his sons, Samuel, Shawn, and Sergio; 3 daughter-in-laws; 6 grandchildren, Anthony, Shannon (whom he raised as a son), Selina, Junnie (Sergio, Jr.), Sierra, and Sophia; 8 step-grandchildren; 2 sisters; 1 brother, sister-in-laws, and many nephews, nieces and cousins.
Sam's pride and joy was his family. He would do anything for his immediate and extended family. He was loyal, kind, generous and had a great sense of humor. Sam was always joking and thoroughly enjoyed making family and friends laugh. He wanted everyone around him to be happy.
Sam's career as a hard working, dedicated, and safe truck driver began in Camden, New Jersey and continued when he and Santitos moved to Orlando in 1988. Sam retired in 2019.
Sam was extremely passionate about researching how to make his house beautiful. He loved to keep up on the landscaping and gardening of his home. He always made sure to finish all his projects. Sam also offered his help to family and friends to help maintain their homes as well. He also enjoyed being an Orlando Magic and Tampa Bay Buccaneers fan.
Days before Sam passed away, he and his wife honored their 43rd wedding anniversary on February 16, 2022.
Family and friends are invited to attend.
Visitation: Saturday, February 26, 2022 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Service: 1:00 pm
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