Obituaries

Linda Motley Richardson, 65, of Bassett, passed away on January 7, 2026, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. She was born on September 8, 1960, to the late Bobby Motley and Bertha Spencer Hollandsworth.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Timothy Richardson, and one brother, Rev. Jerry Brim.

Linda enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, riding bikes, and attending Bike Week at the beach.

She is survived by her children, Angela Wood, Michelle Forbes (Jason), and Wendy Rose (Scotty); 13 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; three sisters, Jerlene Rhybours, Violet Hollandsworth, and Brenda Boyd; and a host of nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends.

A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at 12:00 noon at Bassett Funeral Service Chapel. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Burial will be private.

Bassett Funeral Service is serving the Richardson family.