Thomas Lanier Dunn Sr.
August 31, 1930 - March 20, 2021
Thomas Lanier Dunn, Sr., 90, of 1429 Grit Road, Hurt died Saturday, March 20, 2021 at his home. He was the husband of the late Mattie Burgess Dunn. He was born August 31, 1930 in Lynchburg, a son of the late Irvin L. Dunn and Mamie Lea Dunn. He was a member of New Bethel United Methodist Church, past president of the Grit Ruritan Club, a US Army veteran and a retired employee of BGF with 49 years of service. Thomas was also a pilot and enjoyed flying, NASCAR, country music and the grand ole opry. He is survived by one son, Thomas L. Dunn, Jr. of Hurt; very special friends, Ruth Farris, Marty Cox, Jo Ellen Miller and Rae Anne Woolfolk; buddies that called him "Pop", Melvin Bullock and Kenny Davis; and cousins, Thelma Booker, Ronald Cothran and P.W. Cothran. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Rita Gale Dunn. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 6:00 p.m., Monday, March 22, 2021 at the residence. A memorial service will be held at a later date. The family suggests that those wishing to make memorials consider New Bethel United Methodist Church, 7061 Dews Road, Hurt, VA 24563. Finch and Finch Funeral and Cremation Service, Altavista is in charge of arrangements.
Thomas Lanier Dunn, Sr., 90, of 1429 Grit Road, Hurt died Saturday, March 20, 2021 at his home. He was the husband of the late Mattie Burgess Dunn. He was born August 31, 1930 in Lynchburg, a son of the late Irvin L. Dunn and Mamie Lea Dunn.... View Obituary & Service Information