Richard Gerhardt Jr.

Gerhardt, Richard Jr.,84, of Sandston, was called to be with his lord on Tuesday, July 30, 2013. Richard was a member of St. John’s Catholic Church, a Rambler member, an avid camper, and enjoyed playing the accordion. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Georgina Gerhardt; Daughter, Karen Barnes; Son, Robert Gerhardt Jr.; Step-children, David, John, Howard, and Jesse Huggins; Brother, Theo Gerhardt (Maria); Nephew, Richard Gerhardt (Hannolora); 2 grandchildren; and many other family members and friends. The family will receive friends on Sunday August 4, 2013 from 2 p.m. to 8p.m. at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave. Richmond, VA 23231. A service will be held Monday August 5, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John’s Catholic Church, 813 W Nine Mile Rd. Highland Springs, VA 23075.Interment will follow in Washington Memorial Park. In the lieu of flowers please make memorial contributions to St. John’s Catholic Church. Online condolences may be expressed at www.Nelsenrichmond.com.