Michelle M. Richardson, 54, of Camdenton, Mo., passed away from lung cancer Nov. 11 at her home.

Michelle was born March 16, 1965, in Orange County, Calif. Her parents were Ben and Cheryl Hamilton of Spray.

Michelle loved animals and helped every animal she could. She loved gardening, flowers, and church, and her church family was very special to her.

Michelle was in the Navy and traveled to places she would not have been able to see if not for the military. Very fitting that she passed on Veterans Day.

Michelle had a huge heart and loved her family and friends more than anything in the world. She will be missed so very much.

Michelle is survived by her sisters, Renee and Veronica; brother, Tony; stepmother, Oma Jean; nephew, Tanner; niece, Kendra Jo; great-niece, Jessie Lou; great-nephews, Isaiah and Easton; and roommate of 16 years, Carla.

She was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents.

A funeral service was held Nov. 23 in Drewsey.