Richard Ying Xiong, 60, of Albemarle, passed away on Monday, February 1, 2021 with his loving family by his side.

He was born in Sayaboury, Laos on August 25, 1960 to the late Choua Tong Xiong and Ia Xiong. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Mee Xiong and Yee Xiong Vue.

Richard is survived by his loving wife Jao Thao Xiong, of 40 years; seven children: daughter Yeng Xiong and son-in-law Lucky Vang, son David Xiong, daughter Julie Xiong and son-in-law Billy Vang, son Jim Xiong and daughter-in-law Amanda Her, son Peter Xiong, daughter Cindy Xiong Lor and son-in-law Jer Lor, son Ben Xiong and daughter-in-law Jesse Davis Xiong; six grandchildren who he loved and adored very much: Vivian Chang, Simon Chang, Nathan Lor, Kody Xiong, London Vang, and Cloud Vang; four brothers: Khou Xiong, Lee Xiong, Chai Xiong, and Chong Bee Xiong; three sisters: Blia Xiong, Bao Xiong, and Ger Xiong.

In 1975, Richard and his family fled from Laos to Thailand and then to America in 1982 where he resided in Stockton, California for 10 years. In 1992, he decided to move across the country to Albemarle, North Carolina to provide a better life for his family. Richard was a devoted husband and father to his family and he always strived to work hard to provide everything he could for his family financially and be the best role model that he could be. He always wanted the best life for his children.

Richard was devoted to his job where he was employed at Preformed Line Products for 15 years. In addition to his work, he was committed to serving and leading in his Hmong community. Richard was a humbled and kindhearted person who never said no to anyone that was in need. He believed in treating everyone with the same respect.

During his free time, he enjoyed fishing at the lake and in the mountains, hunting, and spending time with his friends and families. He loved hosting family events at his home and making delicious home cook meals for everyone to enjoy. He loved raising his chickens, maintaining his yard, and sitting outside on the front porch with his beautiful wife.

Visitations and memorial services will be held at Hartsell Funeral Home in Albemarle, NC on Saturday, February 20, 2021  from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm and Sunday, February 21, 2021 from 7:00 am to 2:00 pm. Following the service, Richard will be laid to rest at Stanly Gardens of Memory in Albemarle, NC.

Monetary donations can be made by following this link: https://paypal.me/pools/c/8wCZIcNh7L Richard Ying Xiong, 60, of Albemarle, passed away Monday, February 1, 2021 at Atrium Health Main in Charlotte.

Hartsell Funeral Home of Albemarle is serving the Xiong family.

Online condolences may be made at www.hartsellfh.com