Mr. James Dale Richardson, II, 70, of Columbia, SC, passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2025. Born in Columbia, SC, on October 7, 1954, he was the son of the late James Dale Richardson and Ellen Davis Richardson.

Mr. Richardson proudly served in the United States Navy. Following service to his country, he worked as an insurance agent for 30 years with 20 of those years at Nationwide Insurance Company. As a devoted and life-long member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, he served as an usher for many years. He enjoyed volunteer work especially with Meals on Wheels. Mr. Richardson grew up going to Myrtle Beach in the summers as a child, since his family owned a hotel on the coast. He continued to enjoy spending time on the water and beach throughout his life, which was one of the reasons he enlisted into the Navy.

Mr. Richardson was a huge fan of the University of South Carolina and enjoyed watching all the football and basketball games. He was very proud that his son was an Alumni of The University of South Carolina. Mr. Richardson loved his family, he especially enjoyed becoming a grandfather to Kelsie. His family was the pride of his life.

Survivors include his son, Jamie Richardson (Mindy); granddaughter, Kelsie Richardson; sister, Deborah Smith; nephews, Travis Smith and Brad Smith; great-niece, Lilah Smith; and great-nephew, Grady Smith. He was preceded in death by his parents listed above.

The Memorial Service to honor Mr. Richardson will be held at 11 o'clock on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. The family will receive friends at 10 o'clock prior to the service at the church. Following the service, the family will have a scattering ceremony in the Church Memorial Garden.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 3909 Forest Drive, Columbia, SC 29204.