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Richard Florence Obituary
June 23, 1929 - July 26, 2021
Richard "Dick" Bruce Florence Sr. of Ruckersville, Va., died on Monday, July 26, 2021, at home with his family by his side. He was born on June 23, 1929, at Swedish Covenant Hospital, Chicago, Ill., to the late Donald D. Florence and Eleanor H. Florence.
Dick graduated from Arlington Heights Township High School in Illinois. After moving to Virginia with his family, he attended the University of Virginia. He received a B.S. in Commerce from the McIntire School in 1958. For many years he managed the family farm "Limestone" and then became active as a Realtor in the Charlottesville area. His specialty was real estate appraisal, becoming a senior member of the National Association of Independent Fee Appraisers. He served on the Albemarle County Equalization Boards, was a member of the Virginia Vineyard Association, and held the position of chairman and secretary on the Albemarle County Electoral Board. Dick was an amateur radio operator and was one of the founding members of the Albemarle Amateur Radio Club. Upon retirement, Dick and Anna enjoyed sailing on the Chesapeake Bay and many other destinations.
Dick is survived by his wife of 58 years, Anna Watson Florence; his sister, Joan Florence Tutan of Atlanta, Ga.; his children, Richard Bruce Florence Jr. (Antonia), and Mary Florence D'Agnese (Victor III); five grandsons, Benjamin Florence (Sarah), Donald Florence (Wendy), Tucker Florence (Lindsay), Ian D'Agnese, and Evan D'Agnese; two great-granddaughters, Temperance and Isabelle Florence; and two nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, August 4, 2021, 11 a.m. at Stanardsville Cemetery with Pastor Gayle Johnson officiating.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Westover United Methodist Church Building Fund, 2801 Fredericksburg Rd., Ruckersville, VA 22968.
The family would like to thank the staff of DAVITA North for their care over the past 7 years, as well as Dr. Kevin McConnell, and more recently, a special thanks to Hospice of the Piedmont for their loving care.
An online guestbook is available at www.ryanfuneral.com
Ryan Funeral Home of Ruckersville, Va. is handling the arrangements.
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Karen Read
August 1, 2021
I'm glad that I had the opportunity to meet Mr. Florence. He was such a gentleman, and Mrs. Florence is wonderful, and gave Mr. Florence such wonderful care. He is in a good place (probably smiling at you), but I
know you have broken hearts. If there is anything I can do to be supportive, please let me know.
James (Buzz) Beitchman, W3EMD
July 29, 2021
I was a grad student at UVa when I met Dick in 1968 through the amateur radio club. He was then president. I was at the farm many times, and maintained a warm friendship with him until departure from Charlottesville in 1972. He was kind and generous in all of our relationships. The image in my mind is of him in 1972 -- perhaps that's a good thing
Paula Robertson
July 29, 2021
May God bless you and your family.
Glenda Morris
July 29, 2021
Renie, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.
Peggy Moyers
July 28, 2021
Treasure all those sweet memories of your dad. You and your family are in my prayers
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