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Richard Pugh Obituary

Richard Michael Pugh (Rick), 61, of Elliston, Va., went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 23, 2009. Rick was a member of the Roanoke Moose Lodge. He was also an avid Redskins fan. Preceding him in death were his parents, Garnett L. and Eunice F. Pugh. His surviving family includes his wife of 14 years, Rebecca M. Pugh; daughter, Cynthia Sledd and husband, Kenny; precious granddaughter, Klaudia Sledd; sister, Julie Kitts and husband, Rusty; mother-in-law, Eula Dillon; and several other family members. A period of visitation will be held on Thursday, September 24, 2009 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem. A funeral service will be held on Friday, September 25, 2009 at 10 a.m. in the funeral home's chapel. Burial will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens in Roanoke. Online condolences to the family may be made at johnmoakey.com. The Pugh family is being served by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, 389-5441.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Sep. 24, 2009.

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John Corprew

September 25, 2009

Becky.
I just heard about Rick i was shocked to hear that Rick passed, You and Rick
are in my paryers.

Cindy Driscoll

September 25, 2009

Becky,
So very sorry to hear about Rick. Please know that you and his family are in my thoughts and prayers now and in the days ahead.

September 24, 2009

Becky,
Our hearts ache for you losing Rick. He was a dear man and will be very much missed. God bless your family at this sad time.
Chuck and Donna Spradlin

Sheri Smith

September 24, 2009

I am so sorry. Rick was such a wonderful person. It was a pleasure to work with him. You and your family are in my prayers.

Ed and Pat Rager

September 24, 2009

Becky,
We were so sorry to hear of Rick's passing. Ed and I have some fond memories; dominoes, him coming across the street to play his guitar and many more. We loved him and you and are praying for you. May God give you peace and comfort at this time. He will be greatly missed.

Pat and Ed Rager

wayne peregoy

September 24, 2009

sorry to hear of ricks passing. we were friends in school and growing up. may god bless his family.

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