It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Richard Joseph Vellines in Spartanburg, South Carolina, born in Norfolk, Virginia, who passed away on May 5, 2024, at the age of 85, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Richard Joseph Vellines to show support.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Richard Joseph George and Rita Margaret Dempsey Vellines; and his wife Jane Vance Vellines. He is survived by : his children, Steven Vellines of Tucker, GA and Donna Seay (Stacey) of Spartanburg, SC; his grandchildren, Samuel Vellines, Annabette Vellines, Regan Seay and Connor Seay (Savannah); and his sister Rose Marie Puncke (Rick) of Melbourne, FL. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

In honor of Richard, memorial contributions may be made to Southside Baptist Church, https://www.southsidechurch.com.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
The J. M. Dunbar Funeral Home & Crematory