Carolyn M. Richardson

Rockwell City Carolyn M. Richardson 88, passed away Saturday, December 24, 2022 at Affectionate Care Assisted Living in Richmond, Texas. Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, January 12, 2023 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City, with Father Timothy R. Schott officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial. Rosary will be held Wednesday, January 11th, at 3:30 p.m. at the Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City, with visitation following from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Memorials may be left to the discretion of the family. Carolyn is survived by her children, Mary McClain of SanTan, Arizona; James (Terry) Richardson of Nogal, New Mexico; Dr. Adam (Sandra) Richardson of Newcastle, California; and Faith (Kevin) Daniels of Richmond, Texas; 9 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and sister Joan Moore of Aurora, Colorado; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband Donald; daughter Carol Ann Blazek; her parents, Denton and Marguerite (Cullinan) Archer; brother Denton Archer; and sister Joyce Schoenbaum. Carolyn Myrtle Archer was born December 25, 1933 in Des Moines, Iowa, but the family was back in Rockwell City as soon as possible. Here, she completed her schooling, participating in girls basketball as well as many other activities, and graduated from Rockwell City High School. Here, also, she met Don Richardson. On February 2, 1952, she was united in marriage to Donald E. Richardson at St. Francis Catholic Church in Rockwell City. The couple made their home in Rockwell City where the family was blessed with five children. Carolyn raised her family and when children required less attention, she applied for grants to open and manage Rockwell Citys Congregate Meal site for many years. Carolyn was a powerful force, never for herself, but for the greater good. She took great joy in her grandchildren, was a championship-level bridge player, and lead 4H. She was a creative and prolific quilter. She was always busy helping friends through quilting, baking, church activities, and helping along with her husband with the Annual Christmas Dinner for over 30 years. The couple moved to Texas to be closer to family. Don passed away in 2015, when theyd been married for 63 years. This was one thing Carolyn allowed herself to feel proud of, and for recent years she longed to be reunited with him. Carolyn was a member of St. Francis Catholic Church, Twin Lakes Golf Club, and Cursillos in Christianity. In Texas, she was a member of Epiphany of the Lord Catholic Church. SERVICES Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 a.m. - Thursday January 12, 2023 St. Francis Catholic Church Rockwell City, Iowa OFFICIATING Father Timothy R. Schott VISITATION 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. - Wednesday Parish Rosary 3:30 p.m. January 11. 2023 Palmer & Swank Funeral Home Rockwell City, Iowa MUSIC Organist - Fran Lawson Cantor - Lisa Wozniak