Thomas-Rivenbark-Obituary

Thomas W. "Tom" Rivenbark Jr.

Obituary

RIVENBARK, Thomas W. Jr. "Tom", 79, of Henrico County, departed this life July 3, 2009. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Connie B. Rivenbark; their daughter, Deborah "Deb" Thexton and her husband, Andrew, of Goochland County; granddaughter, Christine; grandson, William "Will" Thexton; brother, James W. "Bud" Rivenbark and his wife, Margaret, of Richmond; and his beloved Yorkshire Terrier, Duke. He is also survived by his lifelong friend, John Inman of Richmond. Tom was a retired trust officer with Bank of America and a U.S. Marine. An avid duckpin bowler, his First & Merchants team shattered the world record in 1976 for the highest three game set. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 8 at the Central Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 3215 Cutshaw Avenue, where services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 9. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of choice.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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Connie, I want you to know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of Tom's passing. Tom and I were first cousins. His father and my mother, Mary Lou Rivenbark Inge, were brother and sister. I always loved and admired Tom's mother, Aunt Nell, as she was such a strong christian lady. I know that God's comforting arms will be around you during this difficult time. Sincerely, Mrs. Mickie Inge Ground, 875 SE 39th, Paris, TX 75462.

As you share this time of sorrow as a family, may you draw strength and hope from one another, remembering your loved one's life together.
With our sincere condolences,
Don & Doris(Smith)Batchelder

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.