RICHARDSON, James (Jim) – It is with deep sorrow that the family announces the passing of Jim Richardson of London, on January 30, 2018 at age 85. Beloved husband for over 63 years and best friend of Lil Richardson. Loving father of Sharon Cesanek and husband Bob of Port Stanley, and Sandra Ranton and husband Doug of Waterloo. Proud Grandad of Kate (Giles) Royster of San Jose, California, Kristen (Nathan) Thompson of Belmont, and Trevor Ranton of Waterloo. Great-grandad to his little buddies Dakota, Max and Dawson Thompson and Baby Royster. Predeceased by his Grandson Jacob Ranton (2014). A private family service will be held at Harris Funeral Home at a later date. Thank you to the staff of Mount Hope, 3rd floor, for his care over many years, as well as the team at University Hospital during his final days. Memorial contributions may be made to the Parkinson Society, 4500 Blakie Road, Unit 117, London, Ontario N6L 1G5, online at www.parkinsonsociety.ca and Waterloo Region Suicide Prevention Council, 285 Benjamin Rd, Waterloo Ontario N2J 3Z4, 519-884-1470 #2143, or online at www.wrspc.ca