Richard Donald Fortin, Jr., 75, of Liberty Chapel Road, Appomattox, died Friday, March 15, 2019, at his residence. He was the husband of Connie Phelps Fortin.

Born in Grand Rapids, Mich., on August 14, 1943, he was a son of the late Richard Donald Fortin, Sr. and the late Alvena Fox Frappier. He was a member of Mount Comfort United Methodist Church. Richard retired from Advance Auto in Appomattox.

In addition to his wife, Connie, he is survived by a son, Richard Donald Fortin, III and wife, Jessica of Roanoke; a daughter, Ximene Norfield of Appomattox; and three grandsons, Christopher Norfield, Dylan Norfield, and Richard Donald Fortin, IV.

He was preceded in death by a daughter, J. J. Fortin.

A memorial service will be held 11 a.m., Wednesday, March 20, 2019, at Mt. Comfort United Methodist Church by Rev. John Flood. The family will receive friends at the church following the service.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials be made to Mt. Comfort UMC, 4901 Oakville Road, Appomattox, VA 24522.

Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family. An online condolence may be sent by visiting www.robinsonfuneral.com