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1940
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2013
Richard Bottomly Obituary
Born January 29, 1940 in Snake Island, WV, he was the son of the late Randolph P. and Ona Bottomly. He served in the U.S. Army from 1957-1963, and worked as a Union Carpenter for 27 years. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, a Lifetime Member of the NRA, and a member of the Bass Federation.
In addition to his loving wife, Mr. Bottomly is survived by four sons, Richard L. Bottomly & wife Cheryl of Thurmont, Andrew Lee Bottomly of Thurmont, Michael Redden & wife Rose of Union Bridge, MD, and Norman Redden & wife Eva of Waterloo, SC; a brother, James Bottomly & wife Yolanda of Raleigh, NC; eleven grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Randolph P. Bottomly, Jr.
The family received friends from 7 – 9 PM on Monday, December 23rd at the Chapel Mausoleum of Resthaven Memorial Gardens, 9501 U.S. Route 15 N in Frederick, where a funeral service will begin at 12 Noon today. The Rev. Ben Hayes of Life & Liberty Baptist Church in Walkersville will officiate. The funeral will conclude with Military Honors in the Veterans Garden of Honor II at Resthaven. Floral tributes are welcome. Arrangements are with Resthaven Funeral Services, Skkot Cody P.A. in Frederick.
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Memories and Condolences
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annie horne
December 27, 2013
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
December 23, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in family, friends and prayer (Philippians 4:6,7) during this difficult time.
Jamie Brightwell
December 23, 2013
Dear Rich: Very sorry to hear of your Dad's passing; hope you and your Family are well. Keeping you in my prayers, Jamie
December 23, 2013
Rest in peace dear friend. Ron Estep a.k.a. "Diddle"
Terry Hudgins & Sissie Grinnell
December 23, 2013
Carol, Norman, and family
My god comfort you with peace in the days ahead. Thinking of all you and sending hugs and much love your way.
Love
Terry Hudgins & Sissie Grinnell
Bavon, VA
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