Richard Caddell Mashburn

Richard Caddell Mashburn, 88 of Midlothian, VA entered into eternal rest on November 5, 2023 with his family by his side. Richard was a native of Star, NC and formally of Franklin, VA.

Mr. Mashburn served in The United States Army and was a graduate of The Apprentice School in Newport News, VA. He retired in 2003 after 48 years of distinguished service to Anheuser-Busch Williamsburg.

Above all Richard was devoted to his Lord, his wife of 47 years, his children, and grandchildren. He walked with quiet confidence, and never hesitated to help a person or animal in need.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James Harvey Mashburn and Floma Covington Mashburn. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters and brothers; Melba Stewart, Gayle Davis, Marilyn Usher, James Rozell Mashburn, Paul Mashburn, Harvey Gold Mashburn, and John W. Mashburn.

Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Deborah Grizzard Mashburn; his daughter, Kelli Mashburn Kulzy; and son-in-law, retired CDR Walter W. Kulzy III of Richmond, VA. Grandchildren: Isabella Kulzy (Bella) and Giuliana Kulzy (Gigi) also of Richmond, and Sgt Dominick M. Kulzy of Fayetteville, NC.

He is also survived by his brother, M. Laine Mashburn, and sisters, Carol Deaton and Patricia Mashburn, brother-in-law Barry C. Grizzard, and sister-in-law, Nancy O. Grizzard.

Through the years, Richard enjoyed visiting the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia and North Carolina, riding his motorcycles, camping, NASCAR racing, and spending time with family at his home-place in Star, NC.

Richard lost his battle with Parkinson's Disease. His family wishes to extend a special thanks to the dedicated staff of James River Hospice in Richmond, VA.

In Lieu of flowers, a memorial donation can be made in his honor to the Ronald McDonald House Charities and local animal shelters.