Frederick Leo “F.L.” Villiard, 82, of Abingdon, Va., passed from this life into the presence of his Lord and savior Jesus Christ on July 9, 2026 in the comfort of his home.

A devoted Christian, F.L. spent his time immersed in family, faith and servitude.

A longtime volunteer at the Cancer Center at Johnston Memorial Hospital, F.L. devoted countless hours serving patients and their families, often going beyond what was asked of him. Though he never sought recognition, his dedication earned him the Scott and Nikki Niswonger Servant’s Heart Award in 2022.

He carried heavy things for strangers, held open doors, and shoveled the snowy driveways of neighbors when able. He also spent a great deal of time volunteering for Habitat for Humanity.

He was a devoted man of faith who never missed an opportunity to share it with others. He regularly attended Abingdon Bible Church.

He was a graduate of King University, (formally King College) and former employee of Wise County Schools in Wise, Va., where he raised his family.

He is preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Susan E. Villiard; Parents, Ellis and Dorothy Villiard; Sister, Dottie Bryan.

He is survived by his four children, Rick Villiard (Jane), Rebecca Crabtree (Scott), Matthew Villiard (Barbara), and Andre Villiard; Eight grandchildren, Alex, Tori, Gracie, Ian, Ethan (Eden), Abbie, Aryn, and Amy; Four great grandchildren, Aly and Andy, Olsen and Roman.

A funeral service will be held at 1:30 P.M.. Tuesday, July 14, 2026 in the Frost Funeral Home Chapel with Jason Bakker officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:30 P.M. until 1:30 P.M. Interment will follow at Knollkreg Memorial Park.

Pallbearers will be Scott Crabtree, Alex Crabtree, Rick Villiard, Matt Villiard, Ian Villiard, and Mark Godbey.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to the Cancer Care Fund at the Ballad Health Foundation. 

Frost Funeral Home & Crematory is honored to serve the family of Mr. Villiard.