BARBER, William "Bill" Thomas, Jr., 70, of Hartfield and Richmond, Va., passed away on November 20, 2021. Bill was born September 4, 1951, in Wilmington, N.C., the son of William Thomas Barber Sr. and Teena Barber. He and his family later moved to Jacksonville, Fla., where he attended Englewood High School, excelling in football, baseball and track. After graduation in 1969, Bill moved to Richmond, where he went to the University of Richmond, graduating with a B.S. in Business Administration. Bill built a well-respected career as an MAI in Richmond's commercial real estate market. With his partner of 40 years, David Lester, the two formed Lester, Barber, & Associates, a prominent appraisal company covering Central Virginia. Subsequently, Bill joined his son, Matt in establishing Barber & Associates. Bill was instrumental in passing on the commercial appraisal skills he learned over his lengthy career, not only to his son, but as a mentor to others in the industry. Passionate about sports, Bill played baseball from Little League to college. He loved cycling, racquetball and tennis (broken racquets notwithstanding). In his later years, he enjoyed hunting in Fluvanna County on his farm and fishing on the Piankatank, where he eventually retired. He loved the river, surrounded by his family, watching his grandsons enjoy the water and laughing at the antics of his granddogs, Birdie and Fannie. Bill was preceded in death by his mother. He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Lynn Moncure Barber; his father, William Barber Sr.; son, Matthew Hamilton Barber (Shannan); daughter, Jennifer Lynn Barber; three grandsons, Grayson, Holden and Liam Barber; and siblings, David Barber (Fran), Candy Barber Harrison and Robyn Barber. The family will be remembering his life privately. We encourage his many friends and associates to share with one another a story or joke about him—he would be laughing along, too. In lieu of flowers, a donation to a charity of your choice would be a wonderful tribute.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Nov. 24 to Nov. 28, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for William Barber

Sponsored by Faulkner Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Bristow-Faulkner Chapel.

14 Entries

Paul Barber Harrison

November 18, 2023

It was his friendly, fun-loving spirit, dedication to professionalism as an elite appraiser, and underlying integrity that set him apart. Bill´s spirit will always be with us... because it was created by God and is everlasting. I still see his big smile... I knew him when he was 35-40.
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Danny DeBoer

December 20, 2021

Love to Lynn. Bill is a great guy and great friend. He will be missed by many. Last enjoyed lunch with Bill at Phil's Continental Lounge. Bless the family

Donna Dalton

December 1, 2021

We were so saddened to learn of Bill's passing. We have many fond memories and Bill and Lynn from Derbyshire. Sending love and prayers to entire family!

Paul Barber Harrison

December 1, 2021

Many years ago, as a fellow MAI from Charlotte, whenever I had an assignment in the Richmond and/or surrounding Virginia area, I would call on Bill for data. It didn´t take long in those days for the best MAIs to figure out who their real peers were and help each other out.

I knew Bill was smart, and very professional, and he was a brother-Barber. I also sensed that he was tough as nails, but I didn´t know about his sports background. I would have guessed he was a former Marine.

I always sensed that we had a whole lot more in common than I could tell from our brief interactions, and I sensed he felt the same.

To his family, and children, and particularly to his wife, my heart goes out to you. Consistent with all I´ve said already, my wife and I have also been married 49 years, and I am 69. So while I only knew him on the surface, this feels like I´ve lost a guy I always sensed I could have been best friends with. I know you guys must be hurting, because I know you lost one of the best there´s ever been. I will be thinking of y´all and keeping you in thoughts and prayers!!
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John zehler

November 27, 2021

Great hunting friend, many memorible moments!

Martha Jackson Ott

November 27, 2021

Lynn, I am very saddened to hear about Billy. My heart goes out to you and your family at this very difficult time.
I graduated with Billy and have fun memories of him.
Prayers for you and your family. RIP Billy

The Thompson family

November 27, 2021

Lynn, Matt and Jenny,
We are all so sorry for your loss. Bill was such a special, unique man. Please know we are thinking of you all and keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Earl, Louise. Sharon, Steve and Doug.

Carolyn(Taylor) Leininger

November 26, 2021

Dear Lynn and family - so sorry to hear
Of Bill´s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Love, Carolyn

Roosevelt Barbour, Jr., RES - Retired Assessor City of Charlottesville

November 25, 2021

Sorry for your lost. I met William twenty- something years ago. I was impressed with him and enjoyed conversating on real estate.

Donna and Carter Hudgins

November 24, 2021

Lynn, We are so sorry to hear of Billy´s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Billy was special - so full of life- and will be missed.

Pat Turner

November 24, 2021

My closest friend for almost 55 years. I won´t tell any of our terrible stories: like your stereo or the railroad tracks. Please know how much Martha and I will miss you my man.
Love and condolences always

The Kroh Family

November 24, 2021

Thinking of you all during this most difficult time. We love you and will be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

Michael

November 24, 2021

I am sorry to hear of Mr. B's passing. I enjoyed many miles on the bike with him. Condolences to his family.

Tuck Barlow

November 24, 2021

Very sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Bill was a good guy and will be missed

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