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Thomas Rockhold Obituary

Thomas Hall Rockhold, Sr.

Thomas Hall Rockhold, Sr., (Tom) of Richmond, Virginia, died on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. Tom is survived by his loving wife of over 41 years, Pamela Burner Rockhold; children, Kimberly Rockhold (Duncan), Lille, France, Whitney Rockhold (Tony), Louisa, VA, Aiden Rockhold (Dwight), Rancho Cucamonga, CA, and Thomas Rockhold, Jr. (Ashley) of Fletcher, NC; two grandchildren, Isabella Corey and Memphis Machalinski and many loving relatives and friends.

Tom was born in Charleston, West Virginia to Frank and Edna Rockhold and lived there until 1968 after completing his military obligation with the U. S. Air Force. He then relocated to Richmond, Virginia to begin a law enforcement career that lasted for over 40 years. He began his career as a Richmond Police Officer and later retired as a Federal Probation Officer with the U. S. District Court, Richmond, Virginia in 1997. He then continued in his career as a Background Investigator for a federal agency for another 15 years. Tom is a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University in law enforcement. Tom is a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Richmond, Virginia and was active with many church activities.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Edna Rockhold; his sister, Barbara Clark; and his nephew, John Clark.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to your favorite non-profit charitable organization.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Oct. 5, 2025.

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Aiden Rockhold

October 15, 2025

Everything happened so fast, but I know Dad's at peace. I have such fond memories of early Christmas mornings, watching him open oysters while we all sat around the table. Or roasting pumpkin seeds during Halloween after taking us out across the neighborhood. Dad did a lot of good things for many people who needed that. He and my stepmother were always donating to charity, assisting in hospitals, even taking their dog to give patients hope and comfort. I don't have time to list the many things he did here, but his memory will live on in all of us. He will be missed tremendously.

David Wagner

October 5, 2025

I was very saddened to read of Tom's passing. I had the pleasure of knowing Tom through our working years in U.S. Probation. Pam, please accept my condolences to you and your family. Remember the good times, and accept the support of family and friends during this difficult time.

Nancy Townsend Creasy

October 5, 2025

Pam, I am so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. He was such a good man and a wonderful friend to me when I worked with him at US Probation and Parole. He almost always had a smile! My condolences and prayers are with you and your family.

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