Deborah Richardson

Mrs. Deborah “Debbie” McGalliard Richardson, 62, passed away Sunday, December 20, 2020 at her home.  She was born in Gaston County on October 7, 1958.  Mrs. Richardson was a teacher assistant at Southfork Elementary for several years.  She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.  Debbie adored her grandkids, as she was known as “Richie.” Preceding her in death was her father, Earl McGalliard, Jr.  Surviving is her husband of 41 years, Mark Richardson; son, Andrew Richardson (Christin); daughter, Ashleigh Richardson (fiancé, Michael Sperlazza); three grandchildren, Riley, Brantley, and Charleigh Anne; mother, Liz McGalliard; sister, Linda Davis (Robert); also surviving is a niece, Amy Cooper and a great-niece, Abbey Cooper.  A private graveside service will be held at Forsyth Memorial Park.  Due to public restrictions, there will be no formal visitation, but friends may come and sign the register from 2-5 PM Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at Hayworth-Miller Lewisville Chapel.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Debbie’s honor to the Derrick L. Davis Regional Cancer Center, 1010 Bethesda Court, Winston-Salem, NC 27103.