William Allen Threadgill

William Allen Threadgill obituary, Danville, VA

William Allen Threadgill

William Threadgill Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Cornwell Funeral Home - Danville on Dec. 15, 2025.
William Allen Threadgill age 64 of Danville passed away Thursday, December 11, 2025 at his home.

Allen was born August 13, 1961 in Little Rock, Arkansas to the late Joe & Dorothy Earls Threadgill. He worked for Wal Mart.

Allen cherished his family and friends. He loved the Little Johns and the Razorbacks. He was a talented artist and he touched a lot of people with his gift. He never met a stranger and was genuinely interested in every person he spoke with. His smile , his humor, and his light will be missed.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors include his wife of 36 years Renna Threadgill; son, Jacob Threadgill; brother, Ricky Threadgill; sisters & brothers-in-law, Virginia, Mary, Paula, Jerry and Bryian; nephews & nieces, Richard, Jessica, Joshua, Tracy, Kelly, Christine, Cory, Kurt, Kelly and Keri.

Memorial service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home Danville and River Vally Crematory Dardanelle.

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