The death of William Richardson Sr. occurred las Sunday morning at his home on North Saginaw street (Holly), after a long lingering illness of nearly one year. "Uncle Billy," as he was always known, was everybody's friend and his death leaves a vacancy which can never be filled. Every man, woman and child was his friend - he had no enemies. He always had a kind word for all, no matter how he felt he was always the same. He was born in England and came to this country when it was a wilderness and for many years was a resident of rose Township. Some years ago he came to Holly and has since resided here. He was one of the most energetic men that ever lived. When his health permitted he always found something to do, and when he had nothing to do for himself, he was on the lookout for a place where he could do some kindness for a friend. He was a member of the Methodist church of this place as long as his health would permit, he was a constant and regular attendant to all the meetings. By his death the church loses one of its best members. The funeral services were preached by Rev. N. G. Lyons, of Flint. Some years ago when Mr. Richardson asked him if he would come and preach at his funeral sermon when he died, and when Rev Lyons came to see him a few weeks ago whole then very sick , he renewed his request. The sermon was one of the most touching ever herd. After Rev. Lyons had finished, Rev. J. D. Halliday spoke very kindly of deceased. The funeral was conducted by Holly Lodge No. 134, F. & A. M. which Mr. Richardson had been a member for 31 years. By request of the deceased Rev. J. P. Bates offered prayer and read a brief history of Mr Richardson's Masonic sword.