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William Dorsett "Billy" Thrower Sr.

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Richmond, Virginia

William Thrower Obituary

William "Billy" Dorsett Thrower Sr., 47, died unexpectedly while performing his duties as a truck driver for Ready Mix Concrete Co., on September 1, 2004. A Richmond native, Billy graduated from Armstrong High School in 1976, where he played football and ran track. He later attended Winston Salem University in North Carolina, but returned to the place he called home all his life. He was an active member of Solomons Temple FBH Church and coached the South Richmond Metro Hornets team for which his two youngest sons played. He is fondly remembered for making friends wherever he traveled and lending a helping hand whether he was asked for it or not. He will be greatly missed by his wife of 14 years, Otelia H. Thrower; four daughters, Lakenda, Lakeesha, Danielle, and Angela; four sons, William Jr., Brandon, Antonio, and Ossie; one sister, Julia D. Thrower; two brothers, Clarence R. Jr., and Robert C. Thrower; uncle, Mark M. Lewis (Eula); mother-in-law, Harriet Matthews; father-in-law, Milton Broadie Sr.; one sister-in-law, Patricia Broadie; two brothers-in-law, Milton Jr. and Nelson Broadie; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at the Mimms Funeral Home, 19th and Hull Sts. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, September 7, 11 a.m. at Solomons Temple FBH Church, 1118 N. 20th St., Elder Walter L. McKoy, pastor, officiating. Interment in Riverview Cemetery.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Sep. 4 to Sep. 6, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for William Thrower

17 Entries

Paula White-Bey

September 27, 2004

To the Thrower Family:

May God continue to bless you and uplift you doing this very trying time.

Stay strong and be blessed

AHS/1976

Eric Battle

September 25, 2004

My Lord. I don't know what to say. I have known Billy most of my life. We were a part of a small pact that did everything together. I lived on Oakwood Ave. We went to school together, walked together, sang together, danced together, laughed together, graduated together. We were boys. Now he's gone. Please accept my sincere condolences. I pray that God will give you peace. We were all surprised, and will miss him dearly.

Maiszie Meade-Holmes

September 17, 2004

Mrs. Thrower, My heartfelt prayers go out to you and your family. I cannot imagine your loss. I've have thought of you and your children since that day. Billy was a dear person with only kindness in his heart. There are years of memories. Please, hold on to yours. Remind the children often of the good times. It was the times of laughter and joy I "know" he'd want all he loved to remember. Also I'm moved to tell you (though I'm sure you already know) God's Will is not going to take you anyplace his Grace won't keep you. Keep your head up when you can, lay it down when you need to, but above all be blessed in the Lord knowing He only takes the very best. Sincerely,

Shelia & Linnie Pryor

September 15, 2004

We were saddened to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Billy was a great guy and everyone's friend. Our loss, is Heaven's gain.

Dabrina

September 9, 2004

Otelia,

My heart goes out to you and your family. Billy was such a great guy who will be greatly missed. I cannot imagine what you and your family are going through. I am so sorry for your loss!!

Shaneqa Crenshaw

September 7, 2004

Angela, I'm sorry your Daddy can't be here with you anymore but remember that no one can take him from your heart and you will always have a special Angel in Heaven.

Love

The Six Grade Class @ Manchester Middle School

BRIAN PAGE

September 7, 2004

You were a great neighbor and a wonderful father.Take comfort in the fact that your example of hard work, integrity and goodwill towards all will be in the hearts of your children and love ones forever. Greatly missed but never forgotten.

Your neighbor

Brian K. Page

& Family.

Mercedes Brown

September 7, 2004

I am so sorry to hear about coach billy and my prayers are with you and the family. Coach billy encouraged my son Markim to keep being the best he could during football season last year and he misses him dearly. Please hang in there and try to keep pushing forward. The Langford family

Sandy Green

September 7, 2004

I would like to extend my condolences to the Thrower family. I've known Billy for most of my life, being a member of the Blount family. I will always remember his wonderful smile and quiet presence. May God comfort and strengthen you all in this time of sorrow.

Rose Gary

September 7, 2004

May God bless and keep your family

strong. The lives that Billy

touched were blessed. We will

remember him in fondness.

The Gary Family

"Coach Bay"

"Lil Bay"

Edward Gates, Sr.

September 7, 2004

I am saddened to learn of your heartfelt loss. I will never forget the wonderful times of fellowship we had as athletes. We played flag football together every thanksgiving in the Turkey Bowl near Armstrong High. I hope this poem will bring you and your family some comfort during these difficult times.

Courage, Faith and Hope

Give me courage, Lord, to fight the good fight,

Courage to stand in the battle of life,

Courage to win when all seems despair.

Give me faith, Lord, that is loyal and true,

Faith in one who will see me through,

Faith to conquer whatever befall,

Faith in God, who rules over all.

Give me hope, Lord, when my light burns low,

Give me hope when storms of life overflow,

Give me hope when no way I see,

Give me hope, Lord,

.........to rise to Thee.

Blount Family

September 6, 2004

Our family is deeply saddened with the loss of your loved one. Billy has long been a part of our family, stepping right up to the plate as a son and brother to all of us. We have so many fond memories of Billy over the years, traveling to Winston-Salem, Alabama, and numerous other places to catch a good football game. We all remember fondly our last encounter with Billy, as he fellowshipped with us at a barbeque on Oakwood Avenue. He came right in and added to the warmth of family as we laughed, talked, and ate. We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to his wife, children, brothers, and sisters, as we know how difficult of a time this is. We will certainly miss his presence, but the memories that we have will continue to play on in our hearts.

With all our love and prayers,

The Blount Family ( Mom, brothers, and sisters)

veronica armstrong

September 6, 2004

Otelia, I know that God is with you now as He has always been and will always be. He alone will sustain you though this trial of life. From the bottom of my heart I send you my love, my prayers, and my support. May Billy rest in God's arms for eternity until we see him again. If you need anything please let me know. Love Lady

Jacquelin Carter

September 6, 2004

My condolences to the family of a high school friend. May God guide you through these troubled times.

Michelle Johnson

September 6, 2004

Billy, your eldest son is missing you dearly. He is having a hard time dealing with you gone,but he is holding on. He is your name sake and will keep your name going. I miss you as well, but I know you are home and safe with the Lord. See you later. Michelle Jeanette Johnson and your son William D Thrower Jr.

From the Staff of Mimms Funeral Home

September 6, 2004

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Annette Miles

September 5, 2004

My Thoughts and Prayers goes out to the Thrower Family."Billy" will be missed but never forgotten.

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