Marjory Gladys (Melillo) Richard

Marjory Gladys Melillo Richard, beloved wife of the late Edward L. Richard Sr. and longtime reside of Accomac, VA, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 4, 2025, at the age of 99, at Shore Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was a devout member of Baptist Bible Church in Accomac and faith was her guiding light.

Born on March 4, 1926, in Newark, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Gerald and Eleanor Melillo. In 1945, Marjory married Edward (“Eddie”) Richard in Metuchen, NJ. The couple began their life together in Barnegat, NJ, where they moved in 1947. In 1970, they relocated to Frost Pond, ME, and later to Rainy River, Ontario, Canada where they operated a hunting and fishing lodge. In 1990, Marjory and Eddie retired to Virginia’s Eastern Shore, making their home in Accomac.

Marjory is survived by her son, Edward L. Richard Jr. and his wife, Donna, of Barnegat, NJ; her sister, Arlene Melillo Kusmick and her husband, Kenneth, of Metuchen, NJ; and four grandchildren, Nicole Richard, Kyle Richard, Ronald Wood, and Gary Wood. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and friends who were always there to help and support her.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband of 71 years, Edward Leonard Richard; daughter, Marjorie Gail Wood; brother, Gerald Melillo; and sister, Ruth Melillo Terwilliger.

A Memorial Service to honor the life of Marjory Ricard will be held at Baptist Bible Church in Accomac, VA, on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., with Mr. John Jennestreet officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Baptist Bible Church, 24577 Front Street, Accomac, VA 23301, or to the Alzheimer’s Association, Attn: Eastern Shore Walk 2025—Barbara’s Walkers, 6160 Kempsville Circle, Suite 322A, Norfolk, VA 23502.

Memory tributes may be shared with the family at www.williamsfuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements by the Williams-Onancock Funeral Home.

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