Wanda Venters Garrard

Wanda Venters Garrard, age 76, of Asheboro, NC, passed away on March 17, 2025, in Chapel Hill.

Wanda was born on December 8, 1948, in Kannapolis, NC, to Lawrence Willard Venters and Loraine Crump Rivadeneira. A woman of deep faith, she loved her church and church family, drawing strength and joy from her beliefs. She was an avid reader and found comfort in the stories and knowledge books provided. Above all, Wanda loved her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren immensely, cherishing every moment spent with them. She also had a passion for jewelry, collecting an extensive collection that she loved to share with family members.

She is predeceased by her parents, her stepfather, George Rivadeneira, and her siblings, Dale and Bruce Venters.

Wanda is survived by her children, Christine Akins of Asheboro, Brian Rigley (Heather) of Lewisville, TX, and Marian Odom (Michael) of Granite Falls, NC; her grandchildren, Susan Akins of Conway, SC, Marshal Akins of Asheboro, NC, Paul Akins of Asheboro, NC, Andrew Rigley (Melissa) of Charlotte, NC, and Lauren Rohn of Lewisville, TX; and her four great-grandchildren, with one more on the way.

She is also survived by her siblings, Doug Venters (Joan) of Hemby Bridge, NC, Nancy Espin of Matthews, NC, and Dee Dee McCall of Mint Hill, NC.

Wanda’s love, faith, and generosity will be remembered and cherished by her family and all who knew her.

Pugh Funeral Home is honored to serve the Garrard Family