Dana was raised in Woolwich and educated in Bath. At the age of 14, he began a career digging worms until he couldn’t do it anymore. Later, Dana went to work as a landscaper, and then also worked for Bath Iron Works as a grinder and a welder.
On Jan. 19, 1991, Dana married his childhood friend, Nancy Malcolm, at their home in Bath. They enjoyed 27 years of marriage together, raising two daughters, Melinda and Erica.
Dana was loving family man, had a love for dogs, and an extensive pen collection. He also loved his favorite color lime green and his bright lime green sneakers. He enjoyed a good button down flannel shirt, and feeding his squirrels (his buddies). His infectious smile and contagious laugh will be missed by everyone that knew him.
Dana was predeceased by his parents, his father-inl-aw, Floyd Malcom, and his mother-in-law, Betty Smith.
He is survived by his wife, Nancy Richardson of Bath; his two daughters, Melinda Richardson and fiancé Dave Perry of Phippsburg; and Erica Richardson and fiancé Dustin Cole of Saco; sister, Brenda Swain and husband Howard of Bath; brother, Tim Richardson Sr. and wife Rhonda of Bath; half-brothers, Victor Yeaton of Woolwich, and Chris Yeaton of Brunswick; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
The family would like to extend a special Thank You to the staff at Mid Coast Hematology and Oncology office, as well as CHANS Hospice for the excellent care provided to Dana.
Per Dana’s wishes, there will be no services at this time.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Coastal Humane Society, 190 Pleasant St., Brunswick, ME 04011.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.FuneralAlternatives.net.
Arrangements are under the care of Funeral Alternatives in Brunswick.
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