Alan Auld

Raymond Allen Auld of Vernon Hill, VA passed away July 9, 2018 at Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital.  He was born in Wasco, CA on October 20, 1943 and was 74 years of age. He was the son of the late Winston Charles Auld and the late Martha Alice Woolard Auld. He was married to Nancy Louise Phillips Auld who survives.   He was of the Baptist faith, retired Director of Public Works for the Town of South Boston, VA; he worked 45 years in public service. In 1972-1981 for the city of Yuba City, CA, and 1981-1995 for the City of Fairfield, CA.  He was an avid horseman, riding the rodeo circuit in his younger years, following his love of horses, he was a member of the Person County Saddle Club, the Franklinton Saddle Club and the CCWHA. He dedicated many long hours alongside his granddaughter, Jessica Auld, and other youth in the arena and other areas where needed.  He graduated from Yuba College in Marysville, CA. He was active in the Pop Warner Youth Sports for many years.  He will be remembered by his cowboy boots and sense of humor.   Alan Auld is survived by: His WifeNancy Louise Phillips Auld of the home Five SonsAaron of Chico, CAWilliam of Marysville, CABradley of Marysville, CAJohnnie (Anissa) of HalifaxJamie (Rebekah) of South Boston One DaughterLena Rush (Brian) of Virgilina His Partner in CrimeJessica “Pooty” Auld of the home Eleven GrandchildrenRenee, MacKenna, Mason, Johnathan, Kaitlyn, Jeremy, Jessica, Brenna, Erik, Katherine and Zakary One Brother and three SistersWinston Auld (Barbara), Jacque Haggard, Sandi Walther, and Gina Merle Close and personal friendTed Daniel Devoted friendsRichard and Judy Lacks   A private memorial service will be held at a later date.   For memorials please consider St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105   Online condolences may be directed to www.powellfuneralinc.com.   Arrangements are by: Powell Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 1603 Wilborn Ave., South Boston, VA 24592.