Violet Templeton Thackston, age 104, of Charlotte Court House, VA, passed away on Tuesday, June 18, 2024.  She was an elder at Bethlehem Presbyterian Church, where she had served as Treasurer and organist for many years.

Violet is survived by her son, Marshall Thackston and wife, Donna; three grandchildren, Christopher Thackston and wife, Mitzi, Dexter Franklin and wife, Margie, Sharon Franklin Biggers and husband, Craig; six great-grandsons, Derek Thackston, Clint Thackston, Heath Drinkard, Braden Drinkard, Curtis Franklin, and Tyler Franklin.  She was predeceased in death by her husband, Clyde P. Thackston; and her daughter, Elizabeth Ellen Thackston.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m.,  Sunday, June 23, 2024, in Bethlehem Presbyterian Church, Charlotte Court House, with interment to follow in the church cemetery.  The family will receive friends at the Browning-Duffer Funeral Home in Keysville, on Saturday, June 22, 2024, from 6 to 7:30 p.m.  In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the  Southside SPCA, P O Box 66, Meherrin, VA 23954, or Centra Hospice, 2097 Langhorne Road Lynchburg, VA 24501.  The Browning-Duffer Funeral Home in Keysville, VA is in charge of arrangements.

Condolence Messages

  1. MARK ANTHONY FEARS

    20 June 2024 4 months ago

    PRAYERS

  2. Fabrizio’s

    20 June 2024 4 months ago

    Marshall & Family, keeping Violet, you and your family in thoughts and prayers. As unfortunate as it is, what a milestone celebrating 104 years of a special person and wonderful life. Prayers for you and for Violets journey.

  3. Bonnie & Spider Gilliam

    23 June 2024 4 months ago

    Sympathy to the family. I remember Mr. & Mrs. Thackston dancing every week. They had their own style and were always right in step. She truly had a long and special life.

  4. Joyce Nelson

    13 July 2024 3 months ago

    A treasured and active member of the Abilene Homemakers groups. When she took on a demonstration she went into it wholeheartedly. Chickenscratch embroidery on gingham is just one that comes to mind.

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