OBITUARY
Richard William Plourde
February 10, 1946 – December 23, 2013
Richard William Plourde, 67, passed away on December 23, 2013, surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Plourde was born in Lawrence, Mass., and resided in Virginia Beach since 1982. He retired from the U.S. Navy as a First Class Petty Officer after twenty-one years of service. He served in the Vietnam War with five West Pacs, the Honduras Crisis and received numerous awards and commendations and served as liaison between the Navy & the North Chicago Police Force. He was a member of Glad Tidings Church in Norfolk, VA and loved to fish with his friend George and enjoyed gardening. Mr. Plourde was preceded in death by his father Maurice Plourde and a brother Michael Plourde. Survivors include his mother Beatrice Plourde, his loving wife Jacqueline Plourde of forty-five years, son Richard Maurice Plourde and wife Roxanne, daughter Heather Lucie Plourde, two sisters Ann Marie Mason and Donna Desrochers and husband Robert, three grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. A celebration of life will be held on Friday, January 3, 3:30p.m. at Glad Tidings Church, 301 S. Newtown Road, Norfolk, VA, by Pastor Brandon Hester. Flowers are welcome or memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Friends may offer condolences at www.smithandwilliamskempsville.com
Services
- Celebration of Life Friday, January 3, 2014
REMEMBERING
Richard William Plourde
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RECEIVE UPDATESJim Kimball
August 13, 2014
Jackie,
So sad to hear about my old friend Richard. We were together on The Eversole on two of his West PAC tours. I can remember your apartment in Long Beach and our trip to Disney Land.
Hope you have all the support you need and God bless.
Lana Cary
January 3, 2014
Jackie and Heather,
I know there are no true words to express the sympathy and sorrow we feel for your loss. Richard was a very blessed man to have such a loving family. Now, there is one more angel among us; the stars will shine even brighter through a love eternal. Sincere prayers of peace for you, your family and friends.
Frank & Debbra Brooks
January 2, 2014
Jackie, my dear friend, know that you are in our thoughts and prayers always. If there is anything we can do I know you will let me know. We love you so much.
Jobel Daugherty
January 2, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. I know he fought a long battle. I hope you find peace in all of the loving memories you have of Richard . As hard as it is to loose someone knowing he is no longer suffering helps ease the sorrow.
Take care
Bob & Dolores Wood
January 1, 2014
Jackie, Richard was a good friend glad we
we were able to be together in Oct going to miss his calls Wish I could be there for you.
P.S.I didn't take his Basket Ball
Eva Hendrick
December 31, 2013
"We know you are in pain now, but the pain will ease, and the wonderful memories of Richard will continue. May the God of Peace and Comfort surround you with His everlasting love. Take some comfort in knowing that there are of many of us who love and care about you,"
Eva (William E. Wood-New Homes Office)
Karen Kycia
December 31, 2013
Jackie, I was very saddened to hear Richard had passed. The only good part is that he is no longer suffering. Now he will be watching over you and the family from up above and is pain free, carefree and happy. My thoughts and prayers be with you.
Love, Karen
Ed and Ulla Capps
December 31, 2013
We am sorry for your loss. We pray that you will find comfort with the Lord by your sides
Rusty Noe
December 30, 2013
Jackie and Heather, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. My prayers are with you at this time.
December 30, 2013
Richard was a long time friend (over 40 years) I will miss him. May the Lord be with him and his family. Richard Watson - Portland OR
Gail Sevacko
December 30, 2013
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
December 30, 2013
Jackie and Heather,our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We pray that you will find comfort in his memories and comfort in the cradle of our Lords arms. Love Dee and Billy
December 29, 2013
Sorry to hear about Richard. Will miss our chats with him. Our prayers are with you all. Your neighbors on Pimlico.. Eileen and Terry Keenan
Kim, Tyler and Sydney Lambert
December 29, 2013
Jackie and Heather our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sandy Hill
December 29, 2013
Jackie my deepest sympathy go out to you and the rest of the family. May you find peace in knowing that Richard is at peace now. Cherish the memories of all that you had.
Pat Morgan
December 29, 2013
Jackie and Heather, My sincerest condolences to you and your family on the passing of your beloved husband and father. My prayers and thoughts are with you as always.
Maureen Gallagher
December 28, 2013
Jackie, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. May you take comfort in your joyful memories.
Lavonna Reed
December 28, 2013
Heather,
Don and I were deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your precious father. May you take comfort in the wonderful memories you made together. Love you dearly...
George Swear
December 28, 2013
Richard, fair winds and following seas my friend. You no longer have to bear the physical pain of this world. I will miss your company fishing in the North River and across the table at Frog Island. Jackie, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.