Joseph W. Preddy Jr.
Joseph W. Preddy Jr.
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Jennifer Preston
December 29, 2005
Tony I miss you so very much. You have always gone to bat for me when most needed and your warmth and caring ways will be cherished for the rest of my life. I feel so blessed to have met you and had you in my life for the past ten years. My sincere condolences to your immediate family and coworkers. I don't think it has really sunk in that you won't be driving up to Graham Cemetry anymore and tell me your funny stories. Nothing will ever be the same. Heaven has gained through our loss. Rest in peace Tony.
With love
Cathi Earhart
December 21, 2005
Susan, My deepest and heartfelt sympathy to you. Tony was such a wonderful caring person to all. I will miss him. I think of you often and will pray that the days ahead will be better for you.
Love
Cathi
Jim Cortada
December 15, 2005
Tony was one reason why Orange is such a great community. He was also a good friend of our family. All the Cortada's extend their condolences to Tony's family. He will be missed!
Betty Johnson
December 11, 2005
Tony had the most loving smile. It would stand out among a crowd of people and would always make me feel better. He is now a guardian angel watching over us with that wonderful smile.
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Tracy McCauley
December 8, 2005
Tony was a wonderful person to me and my family when our father passed away. I can only say good things about him. I hope that Judy and Barry and the grandchildren now that He will be greatly missed. I send my prayers to you and My heart felt sympathy.
Becky Reynolds
December 6, 2005
I am still in shock of learning of Tony's death. Tony was a wonderful person always with a smile and he is going to be missed by so many. My prayers are with Judy, Barry and his grandchildren. God Bless all of you.
Beverly Thomas
December 5, 2005
Tony was a dear friend of mine. I could stop in and find him smiling. He would always make me feel welcome. He would say," dont rush off, stay awhile". He would tell me some of his stories that would always make me laugh. I will miss him greatly. Driving past the funeral home will not be the same because if he was outside he would always smiling and waving to everyone that drove by. I truely admired Tony. I will miss him very much. My deepest sympathies go out to the family, employees, and friends.
STEVE MILLER
December 2, 2005
I am saddened to hear of Tony's death. Tony was certainly a great benefactor of many folks in need during my time in Orange at Grymes Drug Store. I know that you and your family will miss him tremendously. Our prayers are with you.
Charles and Jennifer Shelton
December 2, 2005
Our deepest sympathies are with you. Everyone will miss Tony, especially the way that he always greeted you with a smile.
Judy Garrett Morris
December 1, 2005
My thoughts and prayers go out to you. Tony will be greatly missed by his friends and even more by his family.
mary fee
December 1, 2005
i am so sorry for your lost. tony was so kind to my family when ever we needed him. i will say an extra prayer for you and his family may GOD keep you close
Gene Peery
December 1, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I have known Tony and worked with him for many years. G. Peery Holly Memorial Gardens/Monticello.
BETTY AND DAVID THOMAS
December 1, 2005
WE WERE SORRY TO HEAR OF TONYS DEATH HE WAS A GOOD PERSON HE WILL BE MISSED BY EVERYONE OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH TH FAMILY
Myrle Cason
December 1, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this sad time.
Margie Sacra
December 1, 2005
Tony was a wonderful man and a friend to everyone. I was shocked to hear of his death. He was a big help to me at my husband, Marvin's, death and a good friend to Marvin over the years. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Tony will be greatly missed by all. This is a sad loss to the whole community.
Christine Carpenter
December 1, 2005
I will miss you......I could always count on your smile when I would pop in to see you. And your face would light up when I asked about Barry and your grandson. Your pure heart and wonderful loving spirit will be missed. I hope that you knew how many lives you touched.My prayers are with your family.
Edna & Nelson McDaniel
December 1, 2005
Our deepest sympathy, to all the family, is expressed. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead
Edna & Nelson
Carlton & Gale Harris
December 1, 2005
Tony was a wonderful, caring person who will be missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers will be with the family.
Jimmy Herndon
November 30, 2005
Tony was one of the kindest person I have ever met. That big, caring smile always put you at ease. God Bless Tony and may God comfort the family in this time of sorrow.
Keith Lloyd
November 30, 2005
Our prayers and thoughts go out to the Preddy Family. His kindness to others will never be forgotten.
Keith, Kathy, Zachary, and Jeremy
Rusty Lohr
November 30, 2005
Tony was a wonderful person who always remembered your name no matter how long it had been since he
last saw you. His kindness and warmth, both personally and professionally were one of a kind!
Jeff , Teresa & Patrick Corbin
November 30, 2005
Sorry to hear about your loss. He will be missed very much.He always greeted people with a smile.You are in our thoughts and prayers. Remember Jesus cares about our losses. 1Peter 5:7 says, Casting all your care upon Him, for He careth for you.
From our family to yours,
Elizabeth Adams Shaw
November 30, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with the Preddy family. Tony will be greatly missed.
Catherine Casey, MD
November 30, 2005
I had the privilege of helping to care for Mr. Preddy during an admission to Cardiology at UVa this past year. All the doctors and students on his team loved to visit him for his wonderful stories and terrific sense of humor. I had never met a patient who generated more phonecalls and visits from concerned friends and family. He loved his community and was obviously well-loved back.
Tara Wilson
November 30, 2005
You will be greatly missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Thanks for all you have done for the community.
Rick & Mora Richardson
November 30, 2005
Our deepest sympathy to Tony's wife and family. He was a very caring and kind person and will be missed by many.
Warren, Donna, Brad & Johnny Chewning
November 30, 2005
Our sincere sympathy goes out to you during this sad time, Tony was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Shirley Rodgers Martin
November 30, 2005
I offer my deepest sympathy and prayers to his family,friends and employees. May God be with each of you during this difficult time. Tony we will miss you.
Sincerely
Shirley Rodgers Martin
Phyllis Hughes-Smith
November 30, 2005
Words cannot express the shock and sorrow of losing someone like Tony. He was part of our family. I spent many hours at the funeral home through the years. The Hughes family will miss you Tony.
christine Dowell
November 30, 2005
Tony will be missed by myself as he was always calling me the "mayor of gordonsville" as this was his standing joke for me. He was as good a person as was the rest of his family. He will be really missed. Love to his family at this time
Nancy Linke
November 30, 2005
Tony touched the lives of so many people in his walk through life, he will be truly missed. He had the compassion and understanding to help those in need, in their most difficult times in life. I never saw Tony that he didn't ask about Magen, "How is my girl doing" was always his first question. Tony was a good and caring man and will be missed by many in our communities. May the family find strength that you are in the thoughts and prayers of many. Heaven has received another angel to watch over us.
Don and Nancy Linke & Magen Seale
Ann Herndon
November 29, 2005
The Preddy Family is in our prayers.Tony was a freind to everyone.He was so good to our family so many times.It will be hard to fill his shoes. The Herndon, Brown, and Carpenter Families
Harry & Julie Donald
November 29, 2005
Judy, Family and Staff,
Tony was such a dear caring man who will be sorely missed by all who knew him. Our love and prayers are with each of you in your time of sorrow. With deepest sympathy.
Julie & Harry Donald
Sherry & Peanuts
November 29, 2005
We were very sorry to hear the sad news about Tony. He certainly left his mark in this world, as well as a beautiful legacy.
Our hearts go out to everyone at this sorrowful time and we extend our deepest sympathy.
CLYDE BYERS
November 29, 2005
TONY WAS ALWAYS A GOOD FRIEND TO ME. I KNEW TONY FROM TIME I WAS ASSIGNED TO ORANGE COUNTY AS A TROOPER IN THE SIXTIES. HE WAS ALWAYS THE GENTLEMEN OF THE HOUR, A GREAT FRIEND AND I ADMIRED HIM.
Vinton and Peg Twyman
November 29, 2005
What can we say about Tony? He was a "man for all people", such a great guy and a friend to all. He was Vintons best friend and like a brother to him.We were always invited to share a meal at his home and he was the perfect host ( and a mighty good cook too!) We will never forget him and will miss him more than we can say. We offer our deepest sympathy to his family...and to his beloved dogs, Nic and Scarlette. Nic will be watching for Tony to come through the door for many months to come. God-speed Tony....you deserve your rest and your peace.
Dennis Dodson
November 29, 2005
Tony, will be greatly missed by all. He spent his entire life helping and taking care of others before looking after himself. I never once heard him complain.
I will sadly miss stopping by and just seeing his bright smile and him saying "What's You Know".
God Bless
Carol Hoffman-Haney
November 29, 2005
Our paths only seemed to cross during sad times, but my memories of Tony and his comfort during those times will long be remembered. My sympathy is with his family, friends, & employees.
Richard Blount
November 29, 2005
Tony and I have been friends for all of our lives. I will miss seeing him when I visit Orange. A great loss to everyone.
Bill and Emma Adams
November 29, 2005
Our thoughs and prayers are with you.
Fran & Grady Spitzer
November 29, 2005
Grady and I offer our deepest sympathy to his family. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Our loss, but heaven's gain.
Joyce (Kube) & Ken BALCH
November 29, 2005
Tony was always there for us and added such comfort to our own times of bereavement. He will be greatly missed.
Lisa Blankenship
November 29, 2005
A very warm caring man... May God hold him close. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
Jennifer Hathaway
November 29, 2005
Tony was the best friend I had and was what I considered to be my second father. I could always count on him to listen to me and to make me laugh. He had the best attitude and outlook on life (even in the face of tragedy) of anyone I've ever known, other than his wife, Judy. He will be with me always.
Dottie Thacker Meeks
November 29, 2005
As many people his has touched in his lifetime and helped is uncountable.He was a family friend and has always been shoulder to lean on. Now he can be with us always as a gardian angel. He was loved.
Greg and Dottie Meeks and Family
Marie (Bell) Payne
November 29, 2005
The news of Tony's death came as a shock to me this morning. Tony helped me so much during my father's death years ago and I've seen him whenever I've had to be at family nights. He's the icon for Preddy's Funeral Home. I will sorely miss him and his smile, his compassion and his willingness to help during very sad times. I would like to also express my condolences to his co-workers; I know this has to be very hard for you.
Sincerely,
sandra watson
November 29, 2005
I would like to send my heartfelt sympathy to the Preddy family at this time of sorrow.I have you all in my prayers. Tony was a wonderful person always with a smile..He will greatly be missed by the people of Orange County. May God comfort you all and keep you in his care. Sandra Watson
Diane Vranches
November 29, 2005
Tony was always a kind,He will be missed.May you have Gods peace at this time. You all are in our prayers.
John and Diane Vranches
Wanda Yancey and family
November 29, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bev Slaughter
November 29, 2005
My heart felt condolence to the family of "Tony Boy" as I called him.
You will be sorely missed by this community and me my friend.
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