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Richard Alston Obituary

Richard Wayne Alston transitioned this life on April 9, 2018. He was the son of the late Galwin "Joe" Alston and Minnie L. Alston. He was preceded in death by his brother, Michael Alston (Sandra). He is survived by his son, Richard Wayne Alston, Jr.; grandson, Richard Wayne Alston III; his mother; and his brother, Galwin "Al" Alston (Helena). Left with fond memories of Wayne are a host of family members in Tallahassee, FL. Wayne was a graduate of Huntington High School, Class of 1968. The homegoing celebration will be held 11 a.m., Friday, April 13, 2018 at St. Paul AME Church, 2500 Chestnut Avenue, Newport News. The Rev. Dr. Oretha P. Cross will officiate. Interment will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens. Viewing will be from 1 to 6 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home and two hours prior to the service at the church on Friday. O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.

Published by Daily Press on Apr. 11, 2018.
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Dear Alston family,

My condolences for the loss of Mr. Richard. May God comfort you during this dificult time.

EH

April 30, 2018

To The Alston Family,

I'm saddened to hear of Richards passing. I had the pleasure of meeting him as we both worked at the Hampton Roads Convention Center in the past. We shared many conversations and laughs through those years. May GOD continue to be your strength and comfort always. +rest in eternal peace my friend+ Valerie Benn-Clanton

April 15, 2018

April 15, 2018

Rich, my sincerest condolences to you and your family during this transitional period of the homegoing of your dad. Losing him earthly is a hard road. Grief is a normal healing process, please allow your family and friends with God's help to guide you through this.

Lisa Pretlow

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April 15, 2018

To The Family my prayers are with ,I am a formal coworker and friend of Richard! ,and his Sweet Mother!He was a good person and friend to me,so waa his Mom! Praying gor you all! God Bless! Elder Regina Thigpen Leake

Elder -Regina Thigpen-Leake

Family

April 12, 2018

Over the expanse of years since our graduating from high school, whenever our paths crossed, there was an attendant gladness, with/in those 'chance meetings' with Wayne.

His bearing was ever constant. And to have, in essence, [simply] known . . . is ever the amen nod.

I extend abiding thought and prayer to his mother, the family. And may the treasure of memory . . . afford you an enduring solace.

Charles Sullivan

April 11, 2018

Think of him as living in the hearts of those he touched, for nothing loved is ever lost and he was loved much. God bless you and yours. RT

April 11, 2018

I had the pleasure of meeting Wayne on the track at Sym's. What a genuine soul. I will forever reflect on our talks ( therapy) with laughter and the fondest of memories. You are on the right track now Wayne bound for glory.Rest in peace. See you on the other side.

Janet Merritt

April 11, 2018

Very nice easy going guy in high school. Always a gentleman. So sorry to hear of his passing. I am and will continue to pray for peace and comfort to Richard's family and friends.

Patsy C. Ward

April 11, 2018

To the Alston family .We send our deepest condolences in the lost of your love one may God gave you comfort.

julia brown

April 11, 2018

I'm so sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort give you the strength to endure. During this sad time in your life. BH

April 11, 2018

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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