Erica LaShae Richardson passed away Dec. 17, 2025. Erica was born on Dec. 12, 1984 in Shawnee, OK to Rodney Harris and Valerie (Edwards) Bridgewater. Erica attended school in Shawnee. She worked as a personal care aide for a number of years.
She is preceded in death by her grandparents; a brother, Joenathan Stargell II; and several aunts and uncles.
Erica leaves to cherish her memory, her mother, Valerie Bridgewater and husband Odie of Shawnee; three siblings, Terrence Stargell of Shawnee, Dominique Stargell of Shawnee; and Alijah Stargell of Shawnee; and by other extended family and many good friends.
Following cremation the family will have a Celebration of Life Service in honor of Erica at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to McElyea & Owens Funeral Group of Shawnee.
