Lisa Michelle Richardson-Archambault

Lisa Michelle Richardson-Archambault was born on April 25th, 1968 to the late Joe W. Richardson and Audrey S. Gibson in Chicago, IL. Lisa was the first granddaughter born to Leonard Harris Sr. and Cora Harris.

Lisa attended Besty Ross Elementary School, she was very smart and participated in several math tournaments. She graduated from Lindbloom High School in 1986. She was popular and joined clubs while in high school “JF” Just Friends being one of many. Lisa was the first of Leonard and Cora Harris’ grandchildren to attend college. She graduated from The University Of Illinois with her bachelor’s degree. Lisa went on to further her education at Loyola University and obtained her teacher’s certificate. Lisa taught at Terrell Elementary School on the south side of Chicago until she retired.

Lisa was excited when she became a first time mom to Shardae on November 20th 1985. Lisa met the love of her life Ulrich “Rick”and they married on June 12th 1993. To this union 3 children were born, Pierre, Cora and Lisa.

Lisa was a devoted daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She was very proud of her children more so proud and excited when she became a grandmother. Lisa loved her family, she loved dancing, reciting poetry and just being a social butterfly. Lisa had a big heart and would give her very last to her children if needed.

Lisa leaves to treasure her precious memories to her loving and devoted children Shardae D. Russell, Pierre “Petey” U. Jean Baptiste, Cora A. Jean Baptiste, Lisa “Baby Lisa” S. Jean Baptiste; loving grandchildren Colby “Lil cheese” A. Tabb and Londyn “Suga Mama” C. Issac; loving sisters Audrey “Jody” Richardson, Pamela Richardson-Hughes (Dwayne) and Cilicia “Kitty” Gibson-Tankersley (Wayne) and three brothers; Michael A. Richardson (Anastasia), Terrence L. Richardson (Bernae) and Derick E. Richardson (Fatima). Nieces Paris, Dericka, Te’Nae, and Taylor; Nephews Mikhael, Darius, Darian “Bit”. Terrence Jr., Derick Jr. and Daniel. A host of great nieces, nephews, family and friends. Her parents Joe and Audrey preceded her in death.