Richard Gordon Obituary
Richard L. Gordon, age 81, of Evington, Virginia, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, August 14, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, seven siblings, his beloved wife of 51 years, Esther Gordon, and his daughter, Rena Gordon.
Richard is survived by his one sister, Linda Kay Robertson, two daughters, Lisa Keesee (Robbie) of Evington and Kim Lewis (Shon) of Evington. He also leaves behind nine grandchildren: Zach (Renassa), Coty (Morgan), Stephanie (Jake), Paul (Michelle), Curtis (Kasey), Bailey, Hannah, Makenzie (Devin), and Kooper, as well as nine great-grandchildren: Dixie, Ashton, Tucker, Brynleigh, Carson, Maison, Jackson, Saylor, and Beckett; six bonus great grandchildren, and his dog Queenie.
Richard was a dairy farmer for over 50 years, he loved growing a garden, catfishing, coon hunting, and fighting chickens, but most of all he loved his family.
A celebration of life service will be held Sunday, August 17, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg. The family will receive friends following the service from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. and all other times at the residence of his daughter, Lisa, 11910 Leesville Road B, Evington, VA 24550.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg is assisting the family. To send condolences, please visit tharpfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
220 Breezewood Drive, Lynchburg, VA 24502
People and places connected with Richard
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Memories and Condolences
for Richard Gordon
Tell your own story about Richard
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Make a Donation
in Richard Gordon's name
How to support Richard's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Richard Gordon's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
