Charles Garfield Richardson III

June 5, 1962 – April 7, 2025

Charles “Chuck” or “Charlie” Garfield Richardson III, beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend to many, passed away peacefully at home in Troy, Michigan on April 7, 2025, surrounded by love. He was 62.

Charlie was born in Oakland County, Michigan, and spent his early years in Union Lake and then moving to Davisburg, MI. Over the years, he called many places home—Malibu, CA; Atlanta, GA; Miami, FL; and finally, Troy, MI, where he lived with his family from 2014 until his passing.

Charlie was a proud graduate of Pepperdine University in Malibu, CA, where he earned both his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a Master of Business Administration in Industrial Marketing. He brought his boundless energy, sharp mind, and natural charisma to every role he held throughout his accomplished career, including leadership positions at Arthur-Garfield Agency, Decimal Engineered Systems, Precision Extraction Solutions, Taylor Contracting, Paris Corporation, Alpha Microsystems, and Data Financial Consulting Services. Charlie was also a licensed insurance agent and stockbroker. In every role, he was known for his tireless work ethic, strategic insight, and the joy he brought into every room. He was a talented cook and master of the grill and loved entertaining.

In 2006, Charlie married the love of his life, Cynthia, in Atlanta, Georgia. Together they built a life full of laughter, adventure, and deep devotion. He was a dedicated and proud father to their daughter, Sienna, who was his greatest joy and constant source of pride. Whether traveling to new cities and countries, hiking, admiring ancient ruins, or helping at Sienna’s many band events, Charlie found purpose in being present and making memories.

He adored and treasured his three sisters—Tracy, Lisa, and Kerrie—holding lifelong bonds with each of them. He had a very special relationship with his adoring mother, Donna, sharing endless time together, staying close at all times throughout the years of his life. Charlie also had many nieces, nephews, and extended family that experienced his love and joy for life. He was deeply loved by his father-in-law Hugo (deceased), mother-in-law Inés, along with Cynthia’s siblings and their children. Charlie will be remembered for his unwavering optimism—always calling with his signature, “GOOD NEWS!” (even if the news that followed was less than perfect). His warmth, laughter, and loyalty touched the lives of everyone lucky enough to know him. His friendships endured the test of time, a testament to his big heart and authentic spirit.

He is survived by his wife Cynthia, daughter Sienna, his beloved mother Donna Gustinis, sisters Tracy Richardson (Mark, fiancé), Lisa Brennan (Michael Brennan), and Kerrie Schneider (Steve Schneider), as well as many nieces, nephews, and cherished friends.

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