Jesse E. Richardson, 69, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on December 24, 2019 at his residence.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late John E. and Sallie (Lyman) Richardson.

On June 11, 1982, Jesse married Priscilla (Streeter) Richardson in Niagara Falls, NY.  Jesse was the longtime owner and operator of Richardson's Fast Food Deli on Highland Avenue.  He loved his business and his community.  He will be remembered for his mentorship and words of wisdom, and most of all, his devotion to his family.

In addition to his wife of 37 years, Jesse is survived by his children,  Franco Richardson and Latoria (Albert) Richardson-Perdue; his grandchildren, Geria Hunt, Gerald Hunt, Jr., Leah Richardson, Kameron Richardson, and Kyrah Richardson; his great-grandchildren, Jayden Delbridge, Jeremiah Hunt, and Armani Hunt; his siblings, Jimetta (Johnnie) Williams, Johnnie (Mary) Richardson, Raymond (Jacquelyn) Richardson, Freddie Richardson, and Betty (Leon) Street, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.  He was predeceased by his siblings Maxine Hicks and Emmet (late Diane) Richardson.

Visitation will be held on Friday, January 3 from 6 – 8 PM at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS NY, 14304.  Visitation will continue on Saturday from 10 – 11 AM at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 1334 Calumet Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY 14305, where funeral services will be held at 11 AM.  Interment in Oakwood Cemetery, Niagara Falls, NY.  If desired, memorial offerings to assist with funeral expenses may be made to his daughter, Latoria Richardson-Perdue.  Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.