William Riley Gard, Jr.

William “Bill” Riley Gard, Jr. 76, of Moneta passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2024, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was born on August 27, 1948, in Norfolk, VA. A son of the late William Riley Gard, Sr. and Mattie L. Thypen Gard. In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Ella Grace Hugill, and his sister, Virginia Sawyer and her husband Herman.

Bill lived life to the fullest. He loved boating, traveling, woodworking and most of all his loving wife, Brenda and their family. Having worked the largest portion of his career for many years as an engineer for Virginia Power. His hard work and dedication were very evident. After retiring from Virginia Power Bill and Brenda landed their dream job working for D&H RV. Traveling, sales and getting folks into a new RV brought such joy to Bill and Brenda. Many trips from coast to coast delivering RV’s or visiting new destinations. Some of their favorites were Florida, Alaska, Various National Parks and the Vancouver Islands. He was loved dearly and will be missed each day.

Bill is survived by his Wife of 33 years, Brenda E. Gard; three daughters, Lynne Gard-Creech (Andy), Christine Garcia (Aidan) and Melissa Hugill (Eddie); five grandchildren, Sierra Creech, Forrest Creech, Trevor Hugill, Trenton Hugill and Adelynn Hugill. Also surviving are numerous nieces, nephews and so many friends, especially their traveling mates, Nathan “Sonny” Posey and his wife, Bernie.

A graveside service and celebration of Bill’s life will be conducted at 2:00 PM on Friday, December 6, 2024, at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Norfolk. The family will receive friends from 2:00 until 4:00 pm on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory in Bedford. To send condolences online please visit tharpfuneralhome.com. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory Bedford is assisting the family.