Richard Gerard Houston
July 15, 1968 – May 23, 2021
Richard Gerard Houston, 52, of Glen Allen passed away May 23, 2021.
Survivors include his loving and devoted mother and father, Wilnette and Donald Houston; two devoted sisters, Candace Mooney (Keith) and Katrina Butler (Linwood); devoted brother, Michael Sampson; two devoted aunts, Cynthia Fisher and DeLora Houston; a devoted cousin, Dana Haden; and numerous other family members and friends.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 pm Thursday, May 27 at Affinity Funeral Service – Richmond Chapel, 2720 Enterprise Pkwy, Richmond, VA 23294. A funeral service will be held at 11 am Friday, May 28th at the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow in Roselawn Memory Gardens.
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RICHARD, YOU FOUGHT A GOOD FIGHT NEPHEW LIKE I ALWAYS HAVE SAID YOU WERE STRONGEST MAN I KNEW AFTER ALL THAT YOU WENT THOUGH IN LIFE . YOUR FAMILY WAS ALWAYS PULLING FOR YOU AND YOU NEVER LET US DOWN. I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU. REST IN PEACE. YOUR DEVOTED UNCLE WAYNE [FISH] FISHER. ALSO YOUR AUNT TANYA AND YOUR COUSIN JAYDA WE LOVE YOU
Dear Candice and family, please accept my deepest condolences. My heart goes out to you and your family. May peace and comfort find you during this difficult time.
Kunegonde Carpentier
J&J colleague
Dear Houston family, words can’t express our heartfelt sympathy. May God bring comfort that surpasses all understanding. May His embrace engulf each of you. May His tender love strengthen you with each passing day. We love you! Phil, Verona, Jahanna, and Crimson
R.I.P. Richard!! Tell Grandma Doodie hello for me. You will truly be missed by me and all that knew and loved you. You were so special and the strongest person I know. My God embrace you and you run around heaven full of joy and peace. Until we meet again, much love from your Auntie Crystal and Cousin Christina.
Houston Family….A ray of sunshine have left not only your ❤ but mine as well. Richard was truly loved and will never be forgotten. When you are felling sad and missing him, remember all the times you shared with him. They are memories that are forever in your ❤ and memories no one can take from you. Love you all
Baker
To Donald and Wilnette Houston and Family,
Although today is difficult and it is hard to see beyond the anguish you feel, looking back on the wonderful memories that you shared with Richard will bring some peace and comfort. Richard will live forever in the hearts of family and friends that loved him. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. May God hold you close in His embrace.
I am so sorry to read about Richard’s passing. I so enjoyed knowing him and working with you, Mrs. Houston. He always made me smile and he brought smiles and joy to all those around him. May he Rest In Peace and I pray that God holds you all close during this difficult time.
Wilnette and Donald,
I am so sorry to read of the passing of your son, Richard. My deepest condolences to you and your family. May your sweet memories of him comfort you now and in the days to come. Praying God’s peace and blessings for you at this difficult time.
Sending a million hugs, prayers and kisses to my cousins Candy, Katrina Dana and Family. Love you guys and you know the Fountains are always here for you.
Sending you my deepest condolences . Wishing you strength during this time and wonderful memories of Richard to last forever. Love always The Nelson Family ❤️❤️
You will always be remembered condolence to the family rip . From the family in Hampton The Hewletts
My sincere condolences and prayers to the family. God’s many blessings.
My deepest condolences to you and the family Katrina. He was the sweetest person. May you cherish all the fond memories of him and know you have another angel looking down on the family. Bless the family especially at this time and always…
To the Houston Family. We are sorry to hear about the passing of Richard. Sherry and I pray that God will comfort you during this difficult time in your life. And may you continue to have wonderful memories of Richard in the days to come.
Toney and Sherry Hunt
Condolences to the Houston family. Richard had been a fighter for years and will be truly missed. During this difficult time, continue to call on our Lord & Savior as he will see you through tough moments. From the Thomas family to our cousins, we will pray for you.
Elwood & Saundra Thomas