Kirby Edward Richardson of Moneta, VA, died peacefully in his sleep on June 10, 2022. He had recently been diagnosed with pancreatic and liver cancers. He was born in Floyd County, VA to Edna and Lewis Richardson on September 2, 1941. He is preceded in death by his parents and siblings. He is survived by his devoted wife of almost 60 years, Sandra; children, Rusty Richardson (Kristine) and Melanie Carrico (Shane); grandchildren, Kelly, Shannon, Lee, and Jesse; many nieces and nephews; and his faithful canine companion, Pepper. Kirby graduated from Woolwine High School in 1960 and from Virginia Tech in 1965, with a degree in civil engineering. He was a small business owner, active in the community, and a long-time member of Bethlehem United Methodist Church. Kirby’s calling in life was as “Grandpa” and one of his biggest joys was traveling with his whole family. A memorial service will be held at Bethlehem United Methodist Church, 13586 S. Old Moneta Road, Moneta, VA 24121, at 11:00 am on Saturday, June 25, 2022. The family will be available to visit with guests at the reception following the service. It is the family’s wish that any contributions be sent in Kirby’s memory to The National Park Foundation (nationalparks.org) or the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (pancan.org). Arrangements by Burch-Messier Funeral Home, Bedford, 540-586-7360.
