Richard William Selby

Richard William Selby obituary, Gaithersburg, MD

Richard William Selby

Upcoming Events

Mar

21

Visitation

9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Norbeck Community Church

2631 Norbeck Road, Silver Spring, MD 20906

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels

Mar

21

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Norbeck Community Church

2631 Norbeck Road, Silver Spring, MD 20906

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels

Only 6 hours left for delivery to next service.

Richard Selby Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Snowden Funeral Home - Rockville on Mar. 12, 2026.
Richard William Selby was born on April 9, 1944, in Maryland and passed away on February 26, 2026. Richard was a resident of Gaithersburg, Maryland. He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew him. Richard's legacy lives on in the countless hearts he uplifted, the friendships he cherished, and the memories he created over the years. Though he is no longer with us, the impact of his presence will continue to shine brightly in the lives of those he leaves behind.

Services to honor his life will be published once the details are confirmed.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Richard William Selby, please visit our floral store.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support Richard's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

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 more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
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
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

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
Ways to honor Richard Selby's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

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

Upcoming Events

Mar

21

Visitation

9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Norbeck Community Church

2631 Norbeck Road, Silver Spring, MD 20906

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels

Mar

21

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Norbeck Community Church

2631 Norbeck Road, Silver Spring, MD 20906

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels

Only 6 hours left for delivery to next service.