Fletcher Eastham

1961 - 2025

Fletcher King Eastham, 64, of Rappahannock County, Virginia, passed away on September 20, 2025. He was born on July 12, 1961, in Front Royal. In the last months of his life, he was greatly supported by family and friends, especially Carolyn, Sean, Laura, Jeff, Iris, Ayshim, and Big Ant. Fletcher was a son, brother, father, mentor, and friend whose life was marked by courage, curiosity, and a love for the small wonders of the world-especially raccoons. Being called "a good raccoon" was one of the highest compliments he could give.

He had a rich appreciation for history and often enjoyed sharing stories of his ancestors, with a particular interest in Confederate commander and ranger John S. Mosby. He named one of his beloved dogs Mosby in honor of him. Fletcher cherished Williamsburg, a home he loved deeply, after visiting numerous times as a child with his mother and grandparents.

Fletcher was proud to serve and defend his country and was a veteran of the U.S. Army Reserve's 11th Special Forces Group, 2/505 Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division. He earned numerous medals and badges, including the Army Commendation Medal, Army Service Medal, Special Forces Qualification Tab, Parachute Badge, Air Assault Badge, Expert Infantry Badge, Combat Infantry Badge, Combat Parachutist Badge, Operation Urgent Fury Ribbon, Operation Just Cause Ribbon, and the Purple Heart. Beyond his military service, he embraced martial arts under the guidance of lifelong mentor Arthur Drago, managed the Big Woods Hunt Club and Sporting Clays on Ben Venue Farm, and nurtured his faith in the Episcopal Church. He once said, "I certainly am a believer and try to witness what Jesus and God have done in my life."

Fletcher is survived by his beloved son, Tarkan Eastham; his brother, Lindsay Eastham (Heidi Eastham); his nephew, Bennett Eastham; his niece, Isabelle Heydt; and two great-nieces and two great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister, Stuart Eastham; his mother, Louise Eastham; and his father, Thomas Eastham.

He was a man with a deeply sensitive heart, who loved his son, history, and life's joys. Those who knew him will remember his laughter, his stories, his marksmanship, and the way he celebrated those around him.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 8, at 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church, Washington, Virginia. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Rapp at Home, 17 Leggett Ln., Suite 110, Box 193, Washington, VA 22747, or to a charity of your choice.