Richard Owen Collie

With deepest sorrow, we announce that Richard Owen Collie, age 65, a most beloved son, brother, family member and friend passed away suddenly on Saturday, May 25, 2024, while in the hospital.

Those who knew Richard, even just a little, lost a shining light in their lives.

Richard will be missed every day by his daddy, JR Shelton; his sisters Teresa, Donna, Carolyn, Beth, April; his special friend Sandra; and many, many nieces; nephews; brothers-in-law; cousins; and great friends.

We know Richard is now with his mama, Lois Shelton, and his brother, Carl Collie, and is loved here on earth as well as he is in heaven.

A funeral service will be held at True Gospel Baptist Church in Stuart, Virginia on Thursday, May 30, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Mark Wright and Rev. David Hardy officiating. Burial will immediately follow in the church cemetery.

The family will receive friends and loved ones on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at True Gospel Baptist Church.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be sent to True Gospel Baptist Church, P.O. Box 504, Stuart, VA 24171.

Moody Funeral Home in Stuart has been entrusted with the arrangements and online condolences may be sent by visiting www.moodyfuneralservices.com.