John Lewis Respess

John Lewis Respess, 70, of Richmond, formerly of Bath, N.C., passed away Wednesday, June 16, 2010 in John Randolph Medical Center. John was a retired machine operator at Inland Containers with thirty years service and was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy K. Respess. He is survived by his son, Eddie Lewis Respess and his wife, Betsy, grandson, Eddie Lewis Respess, Jr., two brothers, George Respess, Jr. and Ellis Respess. The family will receive friends at the Nelsen Funeral Home, 214 N. 6th Avenue, Hopewell from 6:00 to 8:00 pm Friday, June 18, 2010. A graveside service will be conducted 10:00 am Saturday, June 19, 2010 in Dale Memorial Park with Rev. Bert Duckwall officiating. Condolences may be registered at: www.nelsencares.com