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David Richards Obituary
David Wilson Richards, 67, of Unionville, passed away on Monday, February 15, 2021, at the University of Virginia Medical Center. Born on January 14, 1954, in Gordonsville, Va., he was a son of the late Rosevelt Wilson Richards and Mary Lohr Richards. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Wanda Richards.
He is survived by his wife, Dianne Marie Southard Richards of Unionville; a daughter Allison Richards Snyder and husband, Chris, of Orange; three brothers, Charles Richards and wife, Judy, of Orange, Randolph Richards and wife, Kathie, of Orange, and Earl Richards of Unionville; two sisters, Brenda Via and husband, John, of Barboursville, and Teresa Richards of Orange; grandchildren, Erich Snyder and Bryce Snyder; and a number of nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. Preddy Funeral Home of Orange is assisting the family.
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Bonnie , William Davis
February 27, 2021
Prayers For the Family.
Wanda Yancey
February 21, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Mary Richards Gallihugh
February 19, 2021
Sorry for the family's loss and praying for the family.
Mike & May Saxton
February 19, 2021
Dianne--Our prayers and warmest thoughts for all of you for strength, peace, and comfort.
Brent & Lisa Spitzer
February 18, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers for the entire family. Let us know if there is anything we can do. Cling to the memories!
Tammy Corbin Harris
February 18, 2021
Dianne, I am so sorry to hear about David. You and Allison are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray God give you all the peace that you need during these difficult times. I'm only a phone call away should you need anything.
Cathi Southard Earhart
February 17, 2021
My heart goes out to you and to everyone who loved David. Prayers and Healing Love.
Michelle Southard White
February 17, 2021
RIP David. My prayers and love are with you Dianne and Allison. Please let me know if I can do anything. Much love.
Earl Blankenship
February 17, 2021
David was a hard workin ole soul ,,never to busy to help anyone in need,,rest easy ole friend
Germaine Matney
February 17, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad and difficult time.
Mark Southard
February 17, 2021
My you RIP David Praying for Dianna and Family.
Nancy & Aubrey Seale
February 17, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. David was a good friend for many years.
Teri Lloyd Mills
February 17, 2021
My deepest sympathy to all of David´s family and loved ones.
Susan Palmer
February 17, 2021
My love, heart , and Prayers to Dianne, Brenda, Charles and entire families. Wonderful friends at OCHS, wishing you peace . Soar High with the angels in Heaven David.
Allison Sliko and family
February 17, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. May your love and memories give you comfort during this difficult time. Prayers and love to all
Karen Stenson
February 17, 2021
So sorry for your loss David was a awesome guy
Hugs and prayers for you all
Ron & Bridget Smith
February 17, 2021
You all have been in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time
Debbie Zeller
February 17, 2021
Thinking of you at this time and sending prayers to comfort you and the family.
Bonnie & William Davis
February 17, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time and always.So sorry for your loss.
Kelley Hawkins and family
February 17, 2021
We are so so sorry for this tremendous loss. Our condolences to Dianne and family in this time.
Doug Sacra
February 17, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. David was a awesome husband father and grandfather and he will really be missed. I hope god will bless each one of you during this tough time and give you comfort.
Sandra Edwards Taylor
February 17, 2021
My heart and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. I pray you find comfort as a family and know that many others are thinking of you each day.
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