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Mrs. Virda Jean Jones Richard, 65, a resident of Belington, departed this life Wednesday evening, Dec. 18, 2024, at her home. She had been in usual health and death was unexpected.
She was born Jan. 15, 1959, at Cleveland, Ohio, a daughter of the late Lindey Gene and Barbara Jean Rizer Jones.
In November 1985, she was united in marriage to Timothy Dale Richard, who preceded her in death on Dec. 11, 2009.
She is survived by one daughter, Rachel Masters and husband, Zachary, of Morgantown; and one son, Michael D. Richard and wife, Kayla, of Morgantown; and one grandchild, Warren Richard of Morgantown.
She was an only child and was the last surviving member of her immediate family.
Virda was a graduate from the Philip Barbour High School with the class of 1977. She then graduated from the Davis & Elkins College and WVU from which she received her Master's degree in education. Virda was a teacher at Belington Elementary for many years, from which she retired. She had a deep love for all the children she taught during her career. She loved her family, especially her grandson Warren and her dogs. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Per Virda's request, cremation will be honored.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the Animal Friends of Barbour County P.O. Box 452 Philippi, WV 236416.
Condolences can be offered to the family at www.talbottfuneralhome.com.
The Talbott Funeral Home in Belington is in charge of the arrangements for Mrs. Virda Jean Jones Richard.