Richard William Lacks Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Richard William Lacks (Kenbridge, Virginia), born in Simcoe, Ontario, whose life came to an end on October 28, 2025 at the age of 83, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Richard William Lacks to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Richard Lee Lacks and Patsye Thompson Lacks; and his siblings-in-law, Randolph McDowell and W. J. "Dunnie" Nichols. He is survived by: his wife Janice Salley Lacks; his sons, Richard Christopher Lacks (Amy) and Michael James Lacks (Kristin); his grandchildren, Joshua Lee Lacks, Jason Robert Lacks, Samuel Philip Lacks, Esther Mariah Lacks, Audrey Marie Lacks and William Colton Lacks; his sisters, Carolyn Lacks Nichols of Halifax and Margaret Lacks McDowell of Celebration, Florida; and his sister-in-law Geneva Salley Lotspeich (Clyde) of Parksley, Virginia. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews; and very special friends.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 1st 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Kenbridge Baptist Church (500 E 5th Ave, Kenbridge, VA 23944). A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 1st 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Kenbridge Baptist Church P.O. Box 445 Kenbridge, VA 23944 or the Virginia Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom P.O. Box 27552 Richmond, VA 23261.
