Ralph Echols

Ralph Daniel Echols, age 82, of 1468 Berry Hill Road, was called home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Friday morning, May 8, 2020, at his residence. He was born on September 6, 1937, in Pittsylvania County. He was the son of the late Barksdale T. Echols and the late Emma Jones Echols. He was married to Linda Rigney Echols. Mr. Echols attended school in Pittsylvania County and then went to work with his father on the farm. He was later employed by Dan River Mills and worked maintenance in the weave room. Ralph was a Volkswagen mechanic and enjoyed working on them especially those belonging to his children. He was a carrier for the Register & Bee for over 20 years. Ralph was a jack of all trades and dabbled in selling cars, building houses, and real estate. He had a love for cars, bush hogging, and tomatoes. He enjoyed being outdoors and spending time with his family. Ralph was a strong and incredibly giving family man who never batted an eye to help his loved ones. He was also a member of Timberlake Baptist Church. Mr. Echols was predeceased by 3 brothers Glen Echols, Douglas Echols, and Jack Echols; two sisters Linda Fay Hodges and Betty Lou Gammon. In addition, to his parents and wife, Mr. Echols is survived by 4 children Charles Echols (Kathy), Mark Echols (Renee), Timmy Echols (Terri), and Caroline Echols all of Danville; 13 grandchildren Chuck, Dustin, Mike, Carrie, Jackson, Travis, Taylor, Tamra, Brittany, Marissa, Donald, DeAnna, and Mark; 5 great grandchildren Savannah, Corbin, Carsin, Creed, Cade. He is also survived by one sister, Patsy Walker of Durham, N.C. Private funeral services will be conducted at 4 p.m., Sunday, May 10, 2020 from Townes Memorial Chapel with the Reverend Walter Yancey and Reverend Daniel Custer officiating. Burial will be in Danville Memorial Gardens.