Dennis Max Richardson, 72, of Montgomery City, passed away Sunday, September 3, in Montgomery City.

Funeral services will be at 12:00 pm on Thursday, September 7, 2023, at the First United Methodist Presbyterian Church in Montgomery City. Visitation will be Thursday, from 10:00 am until the time of service. Graveside services will be held at 3:00 pm at Walnut Grove Cemetery in Paris, MO

Dennis was born in Kirksville, MO on December 15, 1950. He was the son of Phyllis L. and Millard Max Richardson. On December 23, 1973, he was married to Linda Gerster in Paris, MO. Dennis attended elementary and high school in Kirksville. He received his Bachelor of Music Education in 1973 and his Master of Music Education in 1980 from Northeast Missouri State University, now known as Truman State University. He taught middle school and High School vocal music in the Montgomery County R-II School District for 25 years. He was a member of the Chancel Choir at the First United Methodist Presbyterian Church where he also played the piano for Sunday services. He also served as musician for St. John's United Church of Christ in High Hill and Jonesburg Christian Church.

Dennis and Linda took 5 wonderful trips to Europe with the Mark Twain Chorale International. Dennis sang with the group and also played the piano for the group. He played and sang for numerous wedding and funerals over the years. He is survived by his wife, Linda (Gerster) Richardson – of the home; two sisters, Susan and Kenny Harbur – of Gothenburg, Nebraska, and Shari and Don Eggley – of Neosho, Missouri; several nieces and nephews; and special friends, Phil and Nancy Engel, and Larry and Debbie Geib.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Dennis will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Memorials may be given to the First United Methodist Presbyterian Church or St. John's United Church of Christ in High Hill.