Katherine Richardson

Katherine Geraldine “Jerry” Richardson, 86, of Colby, died Monday, August 28, 2017, at Citizens Medical Center, Colby. She was born November 24, 1930, in Sheridan County, KS, to Herbert and Catherine (Albers) Asbridge. Jerry attended the Oakley Schools. On September 26, 1948, in Oakley, she married Charles Richardson. Jerry worked as a cook at the Colby Public Schools, then co-owned and operated the Dairy Barn in Colby for several years. After that she returned as head cook at the school before retiring to care for her son-in-law, Terry and her husband, Charles. Jerry was a member of the Rebekah Lodge. She was baptized at the First Christian Church in Colby, and later joined the Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Jerry enjoyed quilting, painting and making ceramic dolls.


She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Charles; brothers, Martin, Rex and Lyle; son-in-law, Terry Lanning and granddaughter Juanita Applebury.


She is survived by her children, Larry (Nancy) Richardson, of Greeley, CO, Donita Applebury, of Colby, Cindy (Vitus) Lanning-Meier, Hoxie and Lori (Dave) Bixenman, Colby; ten grandchildren and eighteen great grandchildren.


Cremation was chosen and family graveside services will be held at Beulah Cemetery. For condolences or information visit www.baalmannmortuary.com