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Bill Dawson Obituary
Bill (Frederick William) Dawson, age 73, of Fancy Gap, VA passed away on Saturday, October 15, 2016 at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center after experiencing a stroke following open heart surgery. Bill was born March 27, 1943 to Garnet C. Dawson and Esther H. Dawson.
Bill graduated from Mount Airy High School, Ferrum College and Appalachian State. He was a retired Carroll County High School Industrial Arts teacher. He was a lifelong fruit grower and enjoyed spending time working in his orchard. Following retirement, he met and made many friends while selling fruit at the Lexington Farmers Market. He was an active member of the Fancy Gap United Methodist Church, serving as Sunday school teacher for many years.
Bill was preceded in death by his father; grandparents, Arthur and Minnie Dawson; and a special aunt, Clennie Dawson. He is survived by his wife, Linda Utt Dawson; daughters and sons-in-laws, Angela and Glenwood Beamer, and Beth and B.J. Ayers; mother, Esther H. Dawson; grandchildren, Matthew and Kayla Beamer, Brittany and Scott Sherrill, and Caroline Ayers; two brothers, Porter Dawson and David Dawson; two sisters, Rebecca Bradfield and Elizabeth Towe; and several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, October 18, 2016 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel in Hillsville, VA. The funeral will be held on Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 11:00 AM at Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel with Rev. Layne Pennington officiating. Burial will follow in the Webb-Sky View Cemetery. A guestbook is available on-line by visiting www.vaughanguynnandmcgrady.com.
Flowers are welcomed; however, memorials may be made to St. Jude's Children's Research 501 St. Jude's Place Memphis, TN 38105 or to Fancy Gap United Methodist Church 793 Old Appalachian Trail Fancy Gap, VA 24328.
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for Bill Dawson
J & J Semones
October 10, 2022
In Loving Memory of Bill, he´ll never be forgotten. Our prayers continue for Linda, Angela, Beth and their families.
Susan Berry
October 18, 2016
Love and prayers for the Dawson family.
October 18, 2016
Love and prayers for the Dawson family. Sincerely,
Gayle G Norman
October 18, 2016
Bill was a fine gentleman, and I have fond memories of college days with him. Prayers for all the family.
October 18, 2016
Beth our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. So sad to hear of your Dad's passing. Hazel,Randy & Betty and Becky Coulson
Russell and Patty Burkholder
October 18, 2016
Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Bill will be remembered as an outstanding educator, mentor, friend, and Christian man.
Armstrong Service
October 18, 2016
Our thought and prayers are with the family. From your friends and coworkers at Armstrong Service.
Dot Highland
October 17, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of you losing your loved one. I pray that God will give you strength, comfort & peace in the days ahead.
Janeet Thomas Spicer
October 17, 2016
So, sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Danny & Brenda Terry
October 17, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are sent for your family during this time of loss. We have the best memories of Bill as our teacher. He touched the hearts of many people during his life. May your precious memories bring you joy and comfort in the days ahead.
Becky Danison
October 17, 2016
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Wanda SawyersF
October 17, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Joe & Jill Semones
October 17, 2016
Bill touched us at a Special Place in our hearts and will be sorely missed. A role model that instilled integrity, courage and perfection that has stayed with me for more than 36 years after graduation.
Our prayers are with Linda and the family.
Phyllis Fleming
October 17, 2016
Sorry for your loss. Love and prayers.
ROGER&DEBBIE HAYNES
October 17, 2016
SO SORRY. PRAYERS FOR THE FAMILY.
ROGER & DEBBIE HAYNES
October 17, 2016
SORRY TO HEAR OF BILL PASSING.PRAYING FOR THE FAMILY.
Denise S. Goad
October 17, 2016
Dear Family:
So sorry for your lost. God bless you during this difficult time. You all are in my prayers.
Leslie Brett
October 17, 2016
I am so sorry to hear about Bill's passing. Your entire family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Leslie and John Brett
Lisa Yokeley Young
October 17, 2016
Linda, A friend from church called me last night to tell me that your husband, Bill, had passed. I am so sorry to hear that and you and your family will certainly be in my thoughts and prayers. My family has many good memories of the time we spent in your little home away from home next to your place.
Jayne Bowman
October 17, 2016
Bill Dawson 10/15/2016
with first cousin
Michael Bowman 09/18/2016
Together in heaven
Joan Hammond
October 17, 2016
Beth, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I did not know your dad but if you are a reflection of who he was....then he was awesome!!! Joan Hammond
October 17, 2016
CONNOR AND BRENDA AYERS
Dwayne & Linda Sink
October 17, 2016
Linda,
We were very saddened to hear of Bill's passing along with several people that you did not know through Bill's deer apple business. Dwayne thought a lot of both Bill and you. May God bless you and the family
Wilbur Utt
October 17, 2016
Bill was a close friend of mine at Hillsville High School, roommate at Ferrum College and attended Appalachian S.U. Bill was always very considerate and helpful to me. My prayers are with his family members.
October 17, 2016
Samuel, Courtney & Casen Simmons
Billy and Rebecca Hiatt
October 17, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Bill was a fine man and a wonderful asset everywhere he went. Sympathy, love and prayers to all the family. May God bless and keep you all.
Karon Felts
October 17, 2016
Linda, Angela and Beth, Bill was such a kind and thoughtful person. He always had a kind word for me! He will be missed? Our prayers for your family at this time. Karon and Dennis Felts
Wanda Mullins
October 16, 2016
Linda, Angela, Beth
My deepest sympathies to each of you and your families. Special thoughts and prayers for you during this time. Love.
Faye & Ron Shepherd
October 16, 2016
We know this is a very difficult time for all of you. May your hearts be filled with all the wonderful memories that you shared together! Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
October 16, 2016
Linda, Beth and Angela and the Dawson Family, Just recieved word about your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with all of you through your time of morning. It strikes a cord with us Amelia Cousins as eventhough we did not see our Carroll County cousins often they were always so special to us. We hold such fond memories of Bill and all of your family.
Our prayers are with you in your great loss. Try to remember all the joy you gave Bill while he was here and know that he is resting in the arms of Jesus. Ann Thomas ( The Chester Dawson Family.
October 16, 2016
Linda, Beth and Angela and to your families, I'm so sorry for your loss. Praying for peace and comfort for you all. Lynn Logan
Eric Phillips
October 16, 2016
Linda, Angela and Beth, I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my Thoughts and Prayers.
October 16, 2016
Beth, Tim & I are very sad to hear of your dad's passing. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. With our deepest sympathy and love, Tim & Daphne Ayers
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