William Hiram Huddleston, 80, of Bedford County, passed away Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013. He was born Dec. 3, 1932 in Bedford County to the late Hollie S. Huddleston and Eva Dooley Huddleston. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 2 sisters, Betty H. Grace and Sue H. Lahti, and a brother John S. Huddleston. William (Bill) had a drafting business, was a general contractor, worked for the Loan Guaranty Division of the Veterans Administration, but loved being a farmer for years and raising polled Hereford cattle. William is survived by his wife of 54 years, Ann Harner Huddleston, his sister-in-law Mary Sue Hamer of Florida, many cousins, nieces, nephews, and two loyal caregivers. Visitation will be at Oakey's Vinton Chapel on Wednesday from 6 pm to 8 pm. Funeral service will be conducted Thursday at 10AM Oakey's Vinton Chapel with Pastor Ralph Harris of West End United Methodist Church officiating. Burial will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park.
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My condolences to the family.
Margaret Sutphin
August 13, 2021
Mrs. Huddleston I am sorry to hear about Bills passing. I know he's taking care of his farm right now. May God Bless you at this difficult time.
Margaret Sutphin
August 22, 2013
Ann:
Thoughts, love, prayers. Nita
Nita Echols
August 22, 2013
Ann, we are so sorry for your loss. Bill was a great character and will be missed. May God bless you and your family.
Jimmy & Kimberly Huddleston
August 21, 2013
Good by old friend. I'll remember those evenings at your place cooking steaks and swapping stories. May your spirit always walk in green pastures.
Charles Collette
August 21, 2013
Mrs. Huddleston, I am sorry for your loss and the tough recent months. I'm sure Bill is tending a beautiful herd of cattle in heaven and is at peace. Kind regards to you.
Burl Norris
August 20, 2013
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