With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Richard Thompson of McDowell, Virginia, born in Hanover, New Hampshire, who passed away on March 21, 2023 at the age of 77. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Sherm John and Genette Genevea Thompson (Cheney); and his siblings, Bruce Thompson, Darlene Johnson, Janice Hudson and Lorraine Arehart.

He is survived by : his spouse Beverly "Bev" Thompson of McDowell; his children, Sarah Thompson of Waynesboro, Melissa Thompson Ryan of Waynesboro, Richard "Teddy" Theodore Thompson (Loretta) of Waynesboro, Patrick Alan Kunc and Michael James Kunc; his brothers, Aron Kindrick Thompson of Stuarts Draft and Wayne Harris Thompson of Staunton; his close friends, Rebecca McNeil (Marvin) of Jacksonville, Fla. and Marshall Faircloth of Jacksonville, Fla.; and his pet Tripod. He is also survived by eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hiner Church of the Brethren, c/o Charles Varner, treasurer, 6527 Highland Turnpike, McDowell, Va. 24458.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Obaugh Funeral Home Inc