SCOTTSVILLE, Virginia
Thomas N. Isenhour Thomas Nathaniel Isenhour, 84, of Scottsville, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, February 26, 2013, surrounded by his family. Tom was born on June 13, 1928, in Iredell County, North Carolina, a son of the late Joseph and Cornelia Isenhour. He was predeceased by five brothers and three sisters; as well as an infant daughter, Rita Lynn. Married for 62 years to Peggy, Tom was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He was employed by Transcontinental Gas Corporation for 32 years. He was a member of Wesley's Chapel United Methodist Church and served his country in the United States Army from 1950 until 1952. In addition to his wife, Peggy, he is survived by sister, Joyce Renegar of Mooresville, North Carolina; six children, Pam Arnold and husband, Rob, of Virginia Beach, Sandy Bryant and husband, Wayne, of Keswick, Craig and wife, Terri, of Troy, Kathy Breeden and husband, Mike, Michael, and Mark, all of Scottsville. He is also survived by grandchildren, Wendy Walter and husband, Chris, Randy Jamerson and wife, Angela, Bryan Arnold, Timothy, Stephen, and Jessica Breeden, Michael, Kayla, Allyson, and Megan Isenhour, Amber Lowe, Brandy Bryant, and Shawn Breeden and wife, Christy. In addition, 13 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, and numerous special friends, too many to mention. Tom was a life-long old time fiddler and won numerous awards from Union Grove and Galax. He played at Collinswood Community Center, Victory Theatre, Buckingham Senior Center and was a member of the Joy Makers, who provided hours of old-time music to nursing home residents and local churches. He played fiddle totally by ear and would play for anyone who had time to listen. He was a member of the Scottsville Masonic Lodge for 49 years, Fluvanna Ruritan Club, Piedmont Virginia Fiddle and Banjo Association and enjoyed golfing with the Senior Center. He enjoyed all sports and was a devoted fan of the Washington Redskins and the Virginia Cavaliers. He spent many years coaching little league and playing league softball in Scottsville. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 2, 2013, at Wesley's Chapel United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. on Friday, March 1, 2013, at Thacker Brothers Scottsville Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be sent to the Fluvanna County SPCA or the building fund at Wesley's Chapel United Methodist Church, 1807 Rolling Road South, Scottsville, VA 24590. Family and friends may share memories and photos at www.thackerbrothers.com.
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
Dear Peggy and Family,
Our Prayers and Concerns are with all of you at this time.....Peace to all of you and what wonderful memories you have to live with.
Helen and Bob Graves Houston, Texas
Helen and Bob Graves
March 01, 2013 | Houston, TX
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Betty Christian
March 01, 2013 | Scottsville, VA
We offer our heartfelt sympathy at the loss of such a wonderful man. Tom was a true Southern gentleman - polite, calm and reserved; and then he'd draw that bow across the strings... another story altogether. Tom gave so much of himself through his music; he was always willing to teach or to learn a new song. We thoroughly enjoyed knowing Tom, and playing music with him on many occasions. He will be greatly missed in many circles, but his spirit will live on through the music he passed along...
Gayle & Robert Noble; Willow Branch Bluegrass Band
March 01, 2013 | Scottsville, VA
There is no doubt Mr. Isenhour is up in heaven playing his fiddle for everyone. I see a beautiful vision of daddy, mama and Michael gathered around listening. I know daddy is telling him how pretty it sounds. Please know my thoughts are with each of you. God Bless!
Barbara Pace Shifflett
March 01, 2013 | Scottsville, VA
Our prayer and thoughts are with your.
David B & Judy Tillman
March 01, 2013 | Palmyra, VA
We are so sorry to hear about Tom. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May God's grace be with you in your time of sorrow.
Buddy Christian
March 01, 2013 | Scottsville, VA
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. My father, Gerald Haislip, loved nothing more than dancing to the music Tom made at the Collinswood Comm. Center. I know there's dancing in Heaven tonight, for Tom was a wonderful man. He will be greatly missed by all who were fortunate enough to know him. May God Bless you all.
Angela( Haislip) Smith
February 28, 2013 | Palmyra, VA
Aunt Peg, Pam, Sandy, Michael, Craig, Kathy, Mark and your entire family, I was heartbroken to hear the news of Uncle Tommy. My heart has been heavy since I received the call. While time and distance has separated us, I have never forgotten what a wonderful man he was. My sadness turns to joy though, because without a doubt I know that he is in the "Glory of GOD" as I write this message. The Apostle Paul tells us to "Rejoice in the Lord always...Do not be anxious about anything." He goes...
Criss Williams
February 28, 2013 | Columbia, SC
Sandy,
I was sorry to hear of your father homegoing. You and Your family are in my prayers. Odell
Odell Durrette-Vest
February 28, 2013 | Waynesboro, VA
