Richard Luther Shough Jr., 96, of Martinsville, died on Thursday, June 23, 2016, at Memorial Hospital of Martinsville and Henry County.
He was born on May 13, 1920, and was a son of the late Annie Shough and Richard Luther Shough Sr. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Sylvia Ray Shough; a sister, Pauline Shough Plaster and husband James; two brothers, Raymond Shough and wife Tava, and Eldon Shough.
He was a member of Providence United Methodist Church and was self-employed as a paint contractor. He served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II in Panama.
He is survived by his sister-in-law, Colleen Shough of Patrick Springs, and several nieces and nephews. The funeral was held Sunday at Providence United Methodist Church with Pastor Keith Vernon officiating. A private burial followed the memorial service. Military rites were performed by the Patrick County Veterans’ Memorial Honor Guard.
Memorial donations may be made to Providence Cemetery Association, c/o Larry Vernon, 255 Vernon Drive, Stuart, Va., 24171.
Arrangements were by Norris Funeral Services Inc. and Crematory of Stuart. Online condolences may be made at www.NorrisFuneral.com.
