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Richard Goodson Obituary

Richard Lee Goodson, 59, of Bristol, Va., passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2009. Funeral services will be held 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11, 2009, in the Frost Funeral Home Chapel, Abingdon, Va.
Published by Roanoke Times on Mar. 10, 2009.

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Sharon Ratliff

March 12, 2009

Gloria, I was so saddened to learn of Richard's passing. He and little Tiny Two were my best customers at the bank. My prayers go out to you and the family during this painful time. May God bless and keep you in the days ahead. Sharon Ratliff, retired drive thru teller at TruPoint Bank, Bristol Office.

Emmett & Virginia Rush

March 12, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Tammy Gentry

March 12, 2009

Roger and Cindy,
You all are in our thoughts and prayers, stay strong and hold on to the memories. If there is anything that I can do please let me know.
Tammy Ritter Gentry

Jennifer Carter

March 11, 2009

Freddie & Alisa:
You and your family are in our prayers. We love you!!
Jennie (Hockett) Carter, Tim Carter, Madi & Brandon

March 11, 2009

I am so sorry to hear of Richard's passing. I went to school with him. He was a good friend. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Doug Roark
Bristol, TN

Tracy and Mattie Creger

March 10, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of Richard's passing. You know me and mom thought a lot of him. It was so good to see you and him recently and he was happy and joking. I am glad to have known him. Take care. Lots of Love. You and the family are always in my thoughts and prayers.

Nikki Thurston

March 10, 2009

Uncle Roger and Aunt Cindy,
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I will keep you and the rest of the family in my prayers.

Judy Loyd Badzinski

March 10, 2009

Richard and I went to school together in Abingdon; I remember what a polite young man he was. My prayers go out to the family.

Pat & David Davenport

March 10, 2009

Gloria and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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