Cleveland D. Richardson born in Mobile, Alabama on November 24,1955 to the late Paul (Willie Mae) Richardson. He was raised in Whistler Al. and resided in Mobile. Cleveland was a graduate of C.F. Vigor High School where he attended trade school, he started doing carpentry work at young age and became a great carpenter, he had a passion for fishing, he loved dancing, and he loved people. He confessed Christ at a early age at New Light Baptist Church and later joined Smith Memorial A.M.E Church where he was a member of the trustee board.

He leaves to cherish his memories, his two children Sherrie (James) Marquez and Cara Harris both of Mobile Al. 9 grandchildren, 1 great grand, 1 sister Eleanor Richardson of Mobile. 1 Devoted aunt Ora Thomas of Prichard Al.1 Uncle Willie James (Mary) Richardson of Chicago Il. 1 devoted niece Latreace Handy Stephens, 1 devoted great nephew Leroy Barnes, 1 devoted friend Henrietta Richardson (Ex wife), and a host of other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.