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Rudolph Pitchford Jr., age 72, of Richmond, departed this life on March 12, 2025. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Delia Pitchford; one sister, Judy Connelly (Ted); a host of nieces, nephews and cousins; his stepfather- in- law, Charlie J. Barnes; six sisters- in- law; and other relatives and friends. A Memorial Service will be held at Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, 2011 Grayland Avenue, on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 3:30pm. Rev. Sharon Broaddus, officiating. Family and friends are asked to assemble at 3:15pm at the funeral home on Saturday.
Online condolences are available at www.jenkinsjr.com.
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2011 Grayland Avenue, Richmond, VA 23220

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