Erik Kennedy Frank, 58, of Forest, VA, died Thursday, November 08, 2018. He was the husband of Lorri Lee Frank.
Born Friday, December 04, 1959 in Syracuse, NY, Erik was a son of the late Dr. Thomas Stolley Frank and Elizabeth Kennedy Frank. Erik graduated with honors from Chittenango High School and went onto get his Bachelor’s Degree in computer science from LeMoyne College in Syracuse, NY. Erik worked for the Harris Corporation for over 31 years as a Software Engineer/Analyst.
In addition to his wife and mother, Erik is survived by his daughter, Nicole Kathryn Frank, a son, Jonah Kennedy Frank, a step-daughter, Blake Whitney Driskill and her husband, Ryan, a step-son, Greyson Lee Taylor, four step-grandchildren, Ruth Isabella Wright, Charles Grael Patterson Wright, Reid Driskill, and Jackson Driskill, and a brother, Thomas S. Frank, Jr.
Erik loved his savior passionately. He had a servant’s heart. He expressed love through serving the church, especially in the area of children’s ministry. Erik’s devotion to his wife was impeccable and evident to all who knew them. Beyond that his love for his children and grandchildren was deep and never ending. Erik and Lorri’s friends were family, there is no length he wouldn’t go for them. Erik was humble, gentle, stoic, forgiving, and a peace maker. Those who knew him will forever be changed by his spirit. Family, close friends, co-workers, and church members are invited to a visitation from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Monday, November 12, 2018 at Pate Chapel at Thomas Road. A celebration of Erik's life will be follow at 7:00 PM on Monday, November 12, 2018 at Pate Chapel at Thomas Road with Pastor Luis Nodal officiating.
Memorial contributions may be in honor of Erik and his family to American Cancer Society, 2840 Electric Road, Suite 106A, Roanoke, VA, 24018.
The family would like to extend their special thanks to Dr. Kevin Patel and Dr. Linda Beahm and all the nurses at the Pearson Cancer Center, Guggenheimer Nursing Home and especially home care nurses Courtney and Shelby, for the compassion and care provided to Erik during this journey. And of course to all the loving friends who have been there through thick and thin, and continue to be.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
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James Crawley ("Ted")
Ted Crawley, 74, peacefully passed away at his home in Lynchburg on November 6, 2018 surrounded by his favorite girls – wife of 44 years Judy Crawley, and daughters Joni Crawley Zimmerman and Christina Crawley. He was a doting grandfather to his only grandchild, Bryce Zimmerman, and his many grand-dogs and grand-cats. He is also survived by his many friends and family, including his close friend, Scott Wood.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a close family friend’s home on what would have been his 75th birthday, Wednesday November 14, 2018 from 6-8pm at 108 Kenwood Place in Lynchburg.
The family suggests memorial contributions be sent to Lynchburg Humane Society.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
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William Thomas "Tommy" Rowe
William Thomas "Tommy" Rowe, 69, of Madison Heights died on Saturday, November 10, 2018.
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Terese Katherine Linton
Terese Katherine Linton, 79, of Amherst, Va. died Saturday, November 10, 2018.
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Richard Dean Schneider
Richard Dean Schneider, 90, of Lynchburg, died Saturday, November 10, 2018.
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William Thomas Rowe
William Thomas "Tommy" Rowe, 69, of Madison Heights died on Saturday, November 10, 2018.
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Della Wilson
Della Marie Adkins Wilson, 87, of Lynchburg, died Sunday, November 11, 2018. She was the wife of the late George Andrew Wilson, Sr. for over 68 years.
Della was born on April 7, 1931 in Bishop, Va. a daughter of the late Dave Adkins and Allie Nichols Adkins. Della was retired from General Electric and was a member of Boonsboro United Methodist Church.
She is survived by two sons, George Wilson, Jr. (Pam) of Madison Heights, and Norris Wilson (Gail) of Forest; three grandchildren, Raul Wilson, Crystal Grubbs (Randy) and Brittany Wilson; one great-grandson Greg Grubbs; two sisters, Jean Hamlett and Sue Buchanan; four brothers, Dwight Adkins, Lonnie Adkins, Don Adkins, and Erskine Adkins; a special friend Debbie Canada; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband and parents she was preceded in death by two brothers, J.D. Adkins and Kenneth Adkins.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at Boonsboro United Methodist Church.
A Celebration of Della’s Life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at Boonsboro United Methodist Church. Interment will follow at Virginia Memorial Park. A reception will follow at the Boonsboro Ruritan Club.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Boonsboro United Methodist Church, 113 Coffee Road Lynchburg, VA 24503.
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Nancy Ann Figel
Nancy Ann Figel, 84, a resident of the Summit Community in Lynchburg, passed away on November 11, 2018. She was preceded in death by her former husband, William “Bill” Figel.
Born in Chicago on November 15, 1933, Nancy is survived by four daughters, Lyn Marie Figel, Sheri Tratnack and her husband, Dan, Merilee Phelps and her husband, Richard, and Lissa Grierson; two grandchildren, Kyle and Dylan Grierson; one step grandson, Kendall Phelps; two brothers, Tom and Michael Kakuska; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Nancy’s real estate career spanned 41 years beginning in 1967. She was one of the first female Realtors in Lynchburg. She was affiliated with Ford Garbee, Campbell Davidson, John Stewart Walker, Coldwell Banker Forehand, Re/Max 1st Olympic Realtors, Real Estate 2000, and Gary Foster & Co Realtors.
In addition to being an accomplished tennis and bridge player, Nancy enjoyed Moen Lake in Rhinelander, Wis., the beach, Smith Mountain Lake, gazing at the moon, and spending time with family and friends.
A Celebration of life gathering will be held Saturday, November 17, 2018 at Re/Max 1st Olympic realtors, 20395 Timberlake Rd., Lynchburg, Va. (corner of Timberlake Rd. & Enterprise Dr.). Friends and family are welcome to stop by between 2 and 4 p.m.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
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Jo Anna Byrum
Jo Anna Byrum, 51, of Lynchburg, died Tuesday, November 13, 2018.
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Karl Richard Wuttke
Karl Richard Wuttke, 91, of Lynchburg, died Monday, November 12, 2018. He was the husband of Bonny Lou Wuttke for 67 years. He was devoted to his family and friends; he will be deeply missed.
Karl was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana on January 21, 1927, a son of the late, Arthur Willy Wuttke and the late Charlotte Bashelier Wuttke. He served our country in the U.S. Army during World War II, was a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church and retired from First Colony Life Insurance Company.
Karl was a former of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church choir and the Jefferson Choral Society. During his employment at First Colony Life Insurance he achieved his Charter Life Underwriter (CLU). At one time Karl was the top blood donor for The American Red Cross. A former President of the Lynchburg Stamp Club. A former member of the Tuesday Morning Book Group and participated in activities including fishing, running and tennis.
Karl was a lover of life and lived it to the fullest. Some of his happiest times included traveling with his wife, Bonny and his family.
Karl was preceded in death by a daughter, Suzanne Wuttke Olson; a brother, Paul Elmer Wuttke; and a sister, Ruth Holda Wuttke Jordon.
In addition to his wife, Bonny, he is survived by his daughter, Karen Wuttke; a son, Tim Wuttke and his wife, Stephanie Martin Wuttke; son-in-law, Keith Olson; grandchildren, Kasey Martin Wuttke, Jill Elizabeth Olson Peters and husband Paul, Troy Allen Olson and wife Laura; and a brother, Rudolph Wuttke.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the doctors and staff at Centra Hospice for their compassionate care and support during Karl’s illness and to the staff at Generation Solutions.
The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, November 16, 2018 at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg.
A memorial service for Karl will be held at 2 p. m. on Saturday, November 17, 2018, at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church with Pastor Dennis S. Roberts officiating.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 1000 Langhorne Road, Lynchburg, VA 24503 or the Jefferson Choral Society, 600 Main Street, Lynchburg, VA 24504.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
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George Charles Spinner
George Charles Spinner, 73, of Big Island passed away on Tuesday, November 13, 2018. He was the loving husband of Vonda Goff Spinner.
Born October 10, 1945 in Bedford County, he was a son of the late Gilbert and Adell Scott Spinner. George is also preceded in death by brothers: Russell, Gilbert Jr., Addie and Curl Spinner; and sister: Martha Johnson.
In addition to his wife, George is survived by his son: Isaiah Spinner; daughters: Georgette (Kenneth) Carter, Silisa (Edwin) Kyle, Evangeline (Leon) Waugh, Annelida (Kelvin) Carter, Dwana (Troy) Thornton; brother: Jewell Spinner; sisters: Ollie McDaniels, Florence Younger, Carrie (Jack) Franklin; 13 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held Saturday, November 17, 2018 at Tharp Funeral Home at 1:00 p.m. conducted by Rev. Phillip Brown. Interment will follow at Hunting Creek Baptist Church. The family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to the service.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, is assisting the family. To send condolences, please visit www.tharpfuneralhome.com.
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Jo Lana Byrum
Jo Lana Byrum, 51, of Lynchburg, died Tuesday, November 13, 2018.
Jo Lana was born in California on March 8, 1967, a daughter of Joel Byrum and Dorothy Brunner.
She is survived by her children, Tara McGinn (Chris), Ryan McGinn (LaKira), Anthony Shadwick, Paula Bjorgo (Justin) and Dana Jo Wheeler; grandchildren, Chance, Joseph Erik, Amelia; best friend, Kerry Brooks; nephews, Ben Wagner, David Pinney (Emily); niece Davilyn Pinney; great nieces, Aylen, Laila, Tomi Jo, Brooklyn and Paislee; and a great-nephew, Warren Jr.
Jo Lana was preceded in death by her children’s fathers, Dennis McGinn and Jimmy Shadwick. She was also preceded by her dear sister, Tomi Jean Archer.
The family will receive friends today, Thursday, November 15, 2018 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family. To send condolences, please visit tharpfuneralhome.com.
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Sheri Howard (Edwards)
Sheri Ann Edwards Howard, 65, of Bedford passed away on Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at her residence. She was born on July 15, 1953 in St. Louis. A daughter of the late Shirley Wojcicki and her husband, George. Sheri was an interior design artist who specialized in kitchens. She was employed with the Cabinet Gallery in Hardy. She loved spending time with her family especially her grandkids. She also enjoyed listening to Rock & Roll music, cooking, baking and reading. She will be missed by all that knew her.
Sheri is survived by her daughter, Lyn Howard and her significant other, Timothy Peoples; seven grandchildren, Timothy, Jordan, Bri, Aurora, Ariel, Moana and Leilani; three siblings, Rick Edwards and his wife, Anita, Carol Manson and Cathy Taber; also, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.
In Lieu of flowers and in memory, memorial contributions may be sent to the Alan B. Pearson Cancer Center, Patient Fund, 1701 Thomson Drive, Lynchburg, VA 24501. To send condolences online please visit tharpfuneralhome.com. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford is assisting the family.
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Carole Abell
Carole Abell , 77, of Lynchburg , died Thursday, November 15, 2018.
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Donna Juza
Donna Rita Juza, 77, of Hardy, Va., went to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 8, 2018 at Runk and Pratt surrounded by family. She was born June 19, 1941 in Wisconsin. She was the loving wife of Robert “Bob” John Juza for 57 years.
Donna is also survived by her children, Barbara McCord (Robert) and David Juza (Tammy); grandchildren, Katherine “Katie” Gray (Tyler), Robert “Rob” Juza, Nicholas “Nick” McCord (Hayley), David Juza, Alexander “Alex” McCord, and Michael McCord; brothers, Donald Delebreau (Jeanette) and Norbert Delebreau (Joanne); sisters-in-law, Geraldine Delebreau, and Ernestine Delebreau; brothers-in-law, William “Bill” Juza (Linda Johnson) and Ken Juza (Bonnie). Many nieces and nephews who were dear to Donna`s heart.
She was preceded in death by a son, Robert Paul Juza; father and step-mother, Theophile Delebreau and Catherine Delebreau; mother, Veronica Koss; siblings, Joseph Delebreau, Edward Delebreau(Agnes), Johnny Delebreau, Albert Delebreau(Rita), Florence Paul(Leland), and sister-in-law Dorothy Juza.
Donna was a member of Resurrection Catholic Church. She worked in the cafeteria of Prince William Co. Schools in Woodbridge, Va. prior to her retirement. Donna was a loveable, funny, and talkative woman who will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Those who wish may make a memorial contribution to The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration at www.theaftd.org.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
To send condolences online, please visit tharpfuneralhome.com. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Smith Mountain Lake, is assisting the family.
Donna Rita Juza, 77, of Hardy, Va., went to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 8, 2018 at Runk and Pratt surrounded by family. She was born June 19, 1941 in Wisconsin. She was the loving wife of Robert “Bob” John Juza for 57 years.
Donna is also survived by her children, Barbara McCord (Robert) and David Juza (Tammy); grandchildren, Katherine “Katie” Gray (Tyler), Robert “Rob” Juza, Nicholas “Nick” McCord (Hayley), David Juza, Alexander “Alex” McCord, and Michael McCord; brothers, Donald Delebreau (Jeanette) and Norbert Delebreau (Joanne); sisters-in-law, Geraldine Delebreau, and Ernestine Delebreau; brothers-in-law, William “Bill” Juza (Linda Johnson) and Ken Juza (Bonnie). Many nieces and nephews who were dear to Donna`s heart.
She was preceded in death by a son, Robert Paul Juza; father and step-mother, Theophile Delebreau and Catherine Delebreau; mother, Veronica Koss; siblings, Joseph Delebreau, Edward Delebreau(Agnes), Johnny Delebreau, Albert Delebreau(Rita), Florence Paul(Leland), and sister-in-law Dorothy Juza.
Donna was a member of Resurrection Catholic Church. She worked in the cafeteria of Prince William Co. Schools in Woodbridge, Va. prior to her retirement. Donna was a loveable, funny, and talkative woman who will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Those who wish may make a memorial contribution to The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration at www.theaftd.org.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
To send condolences online, please visit tharpfuneralhome.com. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Smith Mountain Lake, is assisting the family.
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John Wade Powell, Jr.
John Wade Powell, Jr. of Moneta, VA - formerly of Earlysville, VA - died peacefully on November 15, 2018 while surrounded by family in Moneta, VA after a prolonged illness. He was born in Staunton, Virginia on June 7, 1938 to the late Chloe Wagoner Powell and John Wade Powell, Sr.
John was a loving son, husband, father and grandfather. In addition to his mother and father, he was predeceased by his son Ted in 1988. He is survived by his loving wife Jane Crosby Powell of Moneta, VA, his sons Tim (Denis Schroeder) of New York City and Terry (Andrea) of Hellertown, PA along with two grandchildren, Jessica and Garrett. John cherished his relationships with his stepdaughter Kimberly Rohr (George Noleff) of Toledo, OH, and his stepson Harrison Rohr of Miami Beach, FL. He is also survived by his sister Doris Thomas of Roanoke and many beloved nieces and nephews. John will be sadly missed by his faithful and loving companion, Maddi.
John was a radio personality for many years in Charlottesville and Gretna, VA. He was the owner of his own advertising business, Ad/Mark. John was also an accomplished realtor with Real Estate III of Charlottesville. He and Jane later retired to Smith Mountain Lake.
John was an active member of the Charlottesville and Albemarle community, serving as President of the Dogwood Festival, a member of the Elks Lodge, the Jaycees and other organizations. He also enjoyed calling/broadcasting sporting events for Albemarle High School.
The family will be receiving friends for visitation at 2:00pm followed by a memorial service at 3:00pm on Saturday November 24th at Hill & Wood Funeral Home, 201 N. First St., Charlottesville.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to one of the following charities:
Brain Support Network https://www.brainsupportnetwork.org/donate/ or
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research https://www.michaeljfox.org/get-involved/donation2.php?pg=22&smcid=ap-a1b36000006Wngi&gclid=CjwKCAiAz7TfBRAKEiwAz8fKOOKI0j8zbTwH6xn9cnOT6Lwr18awxydDKQqWV8bgVEPPFPzcgldHNRoC4X4QAvD_BwE or
Medi Home Health & Hospice at 4415 Pheasant Ridge Rd, Suite 102, Roanoke, VA 24014.
Tharp Funeral Home, Smith Mountain Lake is assisting the family.
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Buena Virginia Tyree Ferguson Brooks
Buena Virginia Tyree Ferguson Brooks, 91, of Lynchburg, VA, went to be with her Lord on Friday, November 16, 2018.
She was born October 15, 1927 in Amherst County to the late Robert Ellis Tyree and Bessie Shomo Tyree.
Buena was a member of Living Word Baptist Church, retired from Imperial Reading, was an extraordinary seamstress and once she retired she enjoyed her crafts, reading her bible and gardening.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husbands, Grayson Edward Ferguson Sr., and Thomas Lee Brooks; siblings, Ellis Harding Tyree, John David Tyree, and Bessie Elizabeth Tyree Kirkland and granddaughter, Kimberly Jane Daniel.
Buena is survived by her children, Betty Daniel and her husband, Arthur, Brenda K. Ferguson, Grayson E. Ferguson Jr., and his fiancé Diane, Aaron P. Ferguson and his wife Tricia, and Mark L. Ferguson and his wife Clair; 14 grandchildren, and 22 great grandchildren.
The family would like to thank Bedford County Nursing Home, Centra Hospice-Bedford, and all the cards and visits from TRBC.
Memorial contributions may be sent to the Alzheimer’s Association: 1022 Commerce Street, Lynchburg VA, 24504.
The family will receive friends Monday, November 19, 2018 from 1:00-2:00 p.m. at Tharp Funeral Home Lynchburg with a funeral service immediately following. Burial will take place following the service at Concord Cemetery.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family. To send condolences, please visit tharpfuneralhome.com.
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Patricia Higginbotham
Patricia Higginbotham, 69, of Rustburg, died Wednesday, November 14, 2018. She was the wife of the late Allen Cecil Higginbotham.
She was born in Lynchburg on February 22, 1949 a daughter of the late, Edgar Sorrell and Joyce Crawford Sorrell.
She is survived by her children: Robert Ragland and his wife Maria of WA, Joseph Tony Carderelli and his wife Amy of Lynchburg; grandchildren, Brandon Ragland, Taylor Ragland, and Hannah Rose Carderelli, four step-daughters, her dear friend and caregiver: Nikki Dalton.
Pat was preceded in death by a son, Timothy Mark Carderelli, a grandson, T.K. Carderelli and a sister, Rose Marie Callahan.
A memorial service will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 24, 2018 at Tharp Funeral Home Chapel, Lynchburg with Rev. Rick Cole, officiating. The family will receive friends following the service.
Memorial contributions may be made to Rustburg Baptist Church, 286 Rocky Road, Rustburg, VA 24588.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
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Thomas Harrison Watkins
Thomas Harrison Watkins of Blacksburg, age 75, passed away Thursday morning, November 15, after a four year long struggle against lymphoma. He is survived by his wife, Sharon Brown Watkins of Blacksburg, and their daughter Elizabeth (Beth) Page Watkins of Champaign, Illinois. He was preceeded in death by his mother, Page Baird Watkins, and his father, Thomas Cobb Watkins, both of Warsaw, Virginia.
Tom's life work became clear to him when he spent his junior year of high school in Rome, Italy, while his father served as a consultant for the United Nations Food and Agriculture office there. Upon return to his hometown of Ithaca, New York, he completed high school there and then earned a Bachelor's degree in history at Cornell University (1965).
He began graduate work at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he met his future wife, Sharon E. Brown, a native of Roanoke and graduate of Roanoke College. They were married in Chapel Hill (1969) and both earned a Ph. D. in history there. Together they moved to the prairies of Macomb, Illinois, near the Mississippi River. Tom became the professor of ancient history at Western Illinois University and embarked upon his 31 year career of sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm about ancient history. He taught undergraduate and masters level graduate students there. He published scholarly articles, concentrating on the military expansion of the Roman Empire and the extension of Roman citizenship and culture which took place among non-Italian peoples. He served as an officer of the Illinois Classical Association, led college students in travel and study abroad programs, and published the first edition of his book on a key advisor of Julius and Augustus Caesar.
In 1974 his personal life was enriched by the birth of his daughter Beth and as the years passed he shared many of his interests with her: history and museums, the joy of music and playing the piano, gardening and yard work, travel and the St. Louis Cardinals baseball team. The Watkins family enjoyed a variety of canine companions, most chosen from an unwanted litter of tiny puppies. Sharon joined Tom in the WIU Department of History and specialized in French and modern European history.
Retiring in 2003, Tom and Sharon moved to Blacksburg, where both could again experience the forested hills and valleys of the Appalachians as they had in their childhoods. They enjoyed living closer to Sharon's extended family, including her five siblings and their spouses. For several years Tom taught select courses in Roman history as an adjunct at Virginia Tech. There he joined a vibrant group of faculty and students pursuing the study of classical ancient languages, literature, history, and arts. As a member of Blacksburg Presbyterian Church he taught popular Sunday School classes for adults; subjects included the historical world of Jesus, the spread of Christianity across the ancient world, and the travels and work of St. Paul. He organized and led two tours to Turkey, visiting many early Christian sites and those of other civilizations such as Troy and Istanbul.
After he re-retired from university teaching, Tom worked on the second edition of his earlier book. This was published in June 2018 by Rutledge Publishing under the title L. Munatius Plancus: Serving and Surviving in the Roman Revolution, second edition.
All are invited to a funeral service for Tom Watkins, to be held at 2:00 pm on Monday, November 26, at Blacksburg Presbyterian Church (located at 701 Church St., SE, in Blacksburg). An informal reception will follow in the church parlor. Cremation rites have been accorded. In the spring a memorial service and celebration of Tom's life will occur, to include tree-planting, special music, photos, and sharing by his daughter Beth and friends of all ages whose lives were touched by Tom.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Roanoke, is assisting the family.
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Willard Roy Hutcherson
Willard Roy Hutcherson, 97, of Lynchburg died on Saturday, November 17, 2018, at Autumn Care of Altavista. He was married to the late Kathryn Starky Hutcherson for 68 years.
Willard was born in Renan, Virginia on May 14, 1921. He was a son of the late John Douglas Hutcherson and Mamie Moon Hutcherson. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by his son Michael Willard Hutcherson; a daughter-in-law, Linda West Hutcherson; four brothers, Melvin, Carlton, Herbert, and Paul Hutcherson; and three sisters, Madeline Hutcherson Thompson, Margaret H. Shotwell and Louise H. Cardwell.
He is survived by his son David Roy Hutcherson and fiancée, Lisa; grandson, Dave Hutcherson and wife Shirley; three great-grandchildren, Haley, Hannah and Tyler Hutcherson, all of Renan.
Willard joined the Navy in November, 1942 and was honorably discharged in 1945. He returned to the farm as a tobacco and cattle farmer until which time he moved to Lynchburg and went to USDA Tobacco Grading School. After becoming a USDA Tobacco Grader in 1970, he traveled from Virginia to Florida and back to Ohio and Kentucky on the Berley Market until retiring in 1995.
He was a former member of Straightstone Baptist Church in Renan. He became a member of Beulah Baptist Church after moving to Lynchburg.
A funeral service will be conducted at1:00 p.m. on Friday, November 23, 2018 in the Chapel of Tharp Funeral Home with Rev. Dr. Dennis Hollandsworth officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior. Interment will immediately follow the service in Fort Hill Memorial Park. Military honors will be provided by American Legion Post 16.
Willard’s family would like to thank all of the care-givers who were so loving and giving during his illness. Those wishing to make memorial contributions are asked to consider Beulah Baptist Church.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family. To send condolences, please visit tharpfuneralhome.com.
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