Thomas "Dickie Bird" Franklin Puryear Jr.

Thomas “Dickie Bird” Franklin Puryear, Jr. passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at the age of 86.  He was born on June 23, 1938 in Halifax County, Virginia to the late Thomas and Annie Puryear. Thomas was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Clara Lowery Puryear.

Thomas worked in Burlington industries for over 30 years. He enjoyed traveling or simply going anywhere, it didn’t matter where. During his spare time he enjoyed watching the ball games at Aaron’s Creek. Thomas was a member of High View Baptist Church for many years.

He is survived by his daughter, Delores Honeycutt (Donald); grandchildren, Kelly Murray (Greg), Derek Honeycutt (Becca), and Ian Puryear; great grandchildren, Collin Shotwell, Emma Honeycutt, Olivia Honeycutt; and daughter in-law, Melanie Puryear.

In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his son, Byron Puryear.

A Funeral service will be held Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 2:00 P.M at High View Baptist Church with the Reverend Avery Dalton officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

Those wishing to make a memorial donation are asked to consider High View Baptist Church.