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Conway...Reverend William Alan Richardson, 66, of 5980 Highway 65 in Conway, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 3, 2014. Reverend Richardson was the son of Wilma Cooper Fitch and the late C.P. Richardson. The founder of Good Hope Apostolic Church, he worked tirelessly to promote and encourage the growth not only of Good Hope Apostolic Church, but also to spread The Gospel of Jesus Christ worldwide. Rev. Richardson is survived by his wife, Lana George Richardson, four children, Mary Elizabeth Cole (John) of Center Ossipee, New Hampshire, Melissa Richardson Sanders (Joey), Dixie Richardson Porter (Monty), and William Alan Richardson, Jr. (Kecia) all of Conway. His loving eight grandchildren include Amanda Nealey Coker, Melissa-Karoline Johnson (Caiden)), David Landon Jones, Savannah Jane Porter, Charleston Marie Porter, Kennedy Nichole Richardson, Elizabeth Alan Richardson, and Lily Faye Richardson; his four great-grandchildren are Trevor, Anna Joy, Mattox, and Melissa Sloan. Also surviving Reverend Richardson are his brother Carl Preston Richardson and niece Carla Richardson. Additionally, he is survived by his step-children, Darla George-Draper (Randy), and Douglas George (Tiffany), and seven step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife of forty-four years, Jane Hardee Richardson. Alan enjoyed life to the fullest. He enjoyed all aspects of God's wonderful world and found himself most content when involved with the things he loved most; his family, his farm, and his horses. He was a true man's man; he thrived on the physical labor involved with his farm. Whether it was plowing the farmland with his mule, riding the tractor, or cutting wood to provide warmth for his family, Alan took advantage of every opportunity to live life. His farm and home were well-known as a favorite gathering place among friends; it was a rare day when he didn't have a neighbor or friend to visit with, laugh, and share stories. Alan consistently welcomed people from every walk of life into his heart, and that love was reflected on all who had the opportunity to know him. When his bright smile beamed, his blue eyes twinkled, and his rich voice said, "Praise the Lord," no doubt existed that one was definitely in the presence of the genuine Alan Richardson - because there will only ever be one. He was a true man of God. A funeral will be held for Reverend Richardson at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, August 6, 2014, at Good Hope Apostolic Church on Highway 65 in Conway with Pastor Earl Chavis officiating. Burial will follow at the family farm. The family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 6:00 - 8:00 PM at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel. Memorial donations may be made in loving memory of Rev. Richardson to Good Hope Apostolic Church, 5980 Highway 65, Conway, SC 29526. Sign a guestbook at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

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William Richardson

August 4, 1947 - August 3, 2014