Ira Barham Obituary Ira Thomas Barham July 26, 1953 － September 20, 2023 Capron － Ira Thomas Barham, "Tommy", 70, loving husband, Daddy, Pop, Papa, and friend, passed away September 20, 2023 at the Sentara Heart Hospital with his family by his side. He was the retired owner of J.T. Barham & Co. after working there since the age of 13. Once retired, he enjoyed every day loving his family, testifying of Jesus, fishing, and hunting. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Phyllis; a son, Christopher Thomas Barham and his wife, Stacey, of Capron; and his daughter, Clara Brooke Barham (Kevin Brown) of Murfreesboro, N.C. He is also survived by three devoted grandchildren that adored spending time with their precious Pop and Papa: William Thomas and Elizabeth Avery Barham, and Laettner Cleveland Jenkins. Survivors also include two sisters: Deborah Barham and Betty Jane Barham. Per his wishes, no funeral service will be held. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to a Christian organization or charity. Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wright Funeral Home and Crematory － Franklin on Sep. 22, 2023. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.wrightfuneralhome.org/obituary/Ira-Barham 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/ira-barham-obituary?id=53169116 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### Narrative summary of the obituary Ira Thomas Barham, 70, passed away on 20 September 2023 at Sentara Heart Hospital. He was the retired owner of J.T. Barham & Co. Survivors included his wife Phyllis, son Christopher, daughter Clara, three grandchildren, and two sisters. He enjoyed family, Jesus, fishing, and hunting. ### Narrative summary of funeral services Per Ira Thomas Barham's wishes, no funeral service was held. The family suggested memorial donations be made to a Christian organization or charity in lieu of flowers. ### The Edited Obituary Ira Barham Obituary Ira Thomas Barham July 26, 1953 September 20, 2023 Capron Ira Thomas Barham, "Tommy," 70, loving husband, Daddy, Pop, Papa, and friend, passed away 20 September 2023 at the Sentara Heart Hospital with his family by his side. He was the retired owner of J.T. Barham & Co. after working there since the age of 13. Once retired, he enjoyed every day loving his family, testifying of Jesus, fishing, and hunting. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Phyllis; a son, Christopher Thomas Barham and his wife, Stacey, of Capron; and his daughter, Clara Brooke Barham (Kevin Brown) of Murfreesboro, N.C. He is also survived by three devoted grandchildren that adored spending time with their precious Pop and Papa: William Thomas and Elizabeth Avery Barham, and Laettner Cleveland Jenkins. Survivors also include two sisters: Deborah Barham and Betty Jane Barham. Per his wishes, no funeral service will be held. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to a Christian organization or charity. ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | Ira Thomas Barham | |---------|-------------------------------------------| | Age | 70 | | Birth | 26 July 1953; Unknown | | Death | 20 September 2023; Sentara Heart Hospital | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |----------------------------|-----------------|----------------------------| | Ira Thomas Barham | Decedent | Capron | | Phyllis | Spouse | Unknown | | Christopher Thomas Barham | Child | Capron | | Stacey Barham | Child-in-law | Capron | | Clara Brooke Barham | Child | Murfreesboro, N.C. | | Kevin Brown | Child's Partner | Murfreesboro, N.C. | | William Thomas Barham | Grandchild | Unknown | | Elizabeth Avery Barham | Grandchild | Unknown | | Laettner Cleveland Jenkins | Grandchild | Unknown | | Deborah Barham | Sibling | Unknown | | Betty Jane Barham | Sibling | Unknown | ### Other Relevant Information 1. Ira Thomas Barham was also known as "Tommy". 2. He was the retired owner of J.T. Barham & Co. 3. He started working at J.T. Barham & Co. at the age of 13. 4. After retirement, he enjoyed loving his family, testifying of Jesus, fishing, and hunting.