James Mark Richardson

August 16, 1961 - October 7, 2018

James Mark Richardson, 57, of Taylors Valley, VA passed suddenly from this life on Sunday, October 7, 2018. Mark was born to James and Evelyn Richardson on August 16, 1961. He was a member of the Taylors Valley Christian Church and enjoyed fishing, flying, and spending time with Ryan and Kinsley. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Beth Richardson; his daughter, Briana Richardson (Adam Mayfield); two grandchildren, Ryan Mayfield and Kinsley Mayfield; his sister, Sherrie Garr (Terry), his aunt, Stella Dalton (Frank) and family; his uncle, Arlee Tolliver (Shirley) and family; several nieces and nephews, cousins, friends, and special friends Susie Dotson and Missy Ward. The family would like to extend a special thanks to the Damascus Volunteer Rescue Squad and the ER staff at Johnston Memorial Hospital for all their special care given to Mark. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM Wednesday, October 10, 2018 at Garrett Funeral Home. The funeral service will be conducted at 12:00 Noon Thursday, October 11, 2018 in the Riverview Chapel at Garrett Funeral Home with Pastor Martha Roudebush and Pastor Maurice Widener officiating. The committal service and interment will follow at Jackson-Lewis Cemetery in Taylors Valley, VA. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Honorary Pallbearers will be the men of Taylors Valley Christian Church and Walnut Grove Church of the Brethren. Condolences for the family may be sent and viewed by visiting www.garrettfuneralhome.com. Mr. Richardson and his family are in the care of Garrett Funeral Home, 203 N. Shady Ave., Damascus, VA 24236; ph.#: (276) 475-3631.