Richard Ledford Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Richard Ledford of Copperhill, Tennessee, born in Cherokee, North Carolina, whose life came to an end on June 8, 2024 at the age of 86, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Frank Ledford and Lily Bishop Ledford; and his siblings, Billy Ledford and Jean Cearley. He is survived by: his wife Debbie Ledford; his children, Renee Underwood (Curtis) of Glasgow, KY, Alicia Ledford (Brian) of Blairsville, GA, Julie Queen of Ducktown, TN and Jamie Queen (Jan) of Delano, TN; his siblings, Hoyt Ledford (Blanche) of Murphy, Steve Ledford (Debbie) of Murphy, Lucille Herrin of Georgia, Ruth Ann Ford, Sue Decker (Jerry) and Charlotte Anderson (Tony) of Andrews, NC; and his grandchildren, Maranda Payne (Scott), Bridget Mull (Chris), Jake Loudermilk (Savannah), Ryan Ledford, Ivy Underwood, Olivia Ledford and Justin Queen (Tonya). He is also survived by two great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Gideon's International, PO Box 624, Murphy, NC 28906 or to the New Martins Creek Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, 2130 Hedden Road, Murphy, NC 28906.
