Charles Richard Baumgardner of Hayes, passed away August 24, 2016, at the age of 81.

He was born in Asheville, North Carolina. Throughout his life, Richard was a hard-working, self-made man. After serving in the U.S. Air Force, he got a job hanging doors. He worked hard and tirelessly, owning his business Baumgardner and Hogge Contractors. Richard earned a reputation for his quality work. There were few things he could not do. He enjoyed boating, and operating his 48-foot yacht even in extreme conditions. He could repair whatever went wrong. He later played golf and has two Hole-in-One Trophies.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Bonnie Baumgardner; his son, Richard Allen “Bubba” Baumgardner; and his wife of 54 years, Margaret Baumgardner.

He is survived by his children, Brenda Tyson, Cindy Wong and husband, Kee, Pat Cruse and husband Jack; grandchildren, Austin Mueller, Rose Drinnon, Rachel Drinnon, Robbie Drinnon, Kit Wong and Kai Wong; Jamie Green, whom he loved like a son; sister, Betty Anne Roane; brother, the Rev. Michael Baumgardner; along with many wonderful nieces, nephews, cousins and other extended family and friends who are saddened by his death.

A celebration of Richard’s life will be from 1:30-3 p.m. Sunday, September 11, 2016, at Groves Memorial Presbyterian Church. Private inurnment with military honors will be in Rosewell Memorial Garden Cemetery.

In Richard’s memory contributions may be given to Groves Memorial Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 1263, Hayes, Va. 23072.

Arrangements by Hogg Funeral Home and Crematory, Gloucester Point. Family and friends may share condolences and memories at www.hoggfh.com.