Robert Lee Talley Jr.
September 1, 1947 – October 30, 2024
Robert Lee Talley Jr. “Tin Man” of Bumpass, passed away on Wednesday October 30, 2024, at Spotsylvania Regional Memorial Hospital. Born on September 1, 1947, Tin Man lived a life filled with tremendous passion and service towards others.
He is survived by his significant other, Lydia Sharpe and their cherished furbaby Duchess; siblings, Betty Rumsey, Eunice Hensley, and Shirley Davis; his children, Florence Lamb, Robert Talley III, and Chris Talley; his grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind an immeasurable amount of friends that he met over the course of his fulfilling life. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Belle Stanley; his father, Robert Talley Sr.; step-father, William (Tom) Perry; as well as his brothers, Frank Marvin Talley and Albert Thurman Moss.
Tin Man was strong willed with an enormous heart and a wonderful sense of humor. He was generous, loyal, and brave. Tin Man was clever and full of knowledge gained through all his life experiences. He could fix or build anything.
With over 50 years in the roofing industry, he became well known and well loved. His attention to detail and immaculate work ethic helped him become extremely successful. When he wasn’t roofing, he could be found working in his yard, on the ballfield, rabbit hunting, or spending time with his family. He never met a stranger and could carry on a conversation and tell stories for hours.
He will be remembered for all the heart he shared in his work, with his friends, and with his family. His dignity, strength, and love for people will continue to be cherished by all who knew him.
The family is welcoming everyone to join them for visitation at Lacy Funeral Home, 6241 Cross County Rd, Mineral, VA 23117 on Friday November 8, 2024, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Family and friends can assemble at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, November 9, 2024 at Lacy Funeral Home to continue in procession for a 11:00 a.m. graveside service at Talley’s Family Cemetery in Bumpass, VA. A reception will be held following the ceremony.
To one of the finest gentlemen and true friend that are hard to come by. Thank you for always making me smile. Kenny and I will miss you.
I could pull up in your driveway and we would talk for hours! you was a nice guy, your ex wife Carol your son Chris & you was friends with my family! always around & we enjoyed every minute of it! prayers are with your family!
What a fine person Tin Man was! I feel fortunate to have known him, and will miss his gentle good nature. Rest in peace, my friend.
we are so sorry for yalls loss. rest In peace…
He was a great man when we met many years ago he was known for his wonderful smile I called him Smiley.
He was a roofer back then and a good one. Rest in peace Robert so Many memories
Robyn Smith
One of the nicest men that I ever met,he always had time for you.I met him thru senior softball and always enjoyed seeing and playing ball with him.Will be missed.Thoughts and prayers to his family!🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️
To the Talley Family,
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Talley. He was indeed a caring and sweet man that would go out his way to repair our roof whenever we called him. He was always there for us. We enjoyed our long talks when we saw him. We will miss him dearly. Please know you all will be in our thoughts and prayers!🙏🏾❤️
We were shocked to see this. We knew Tin Man, Peaches & Chris through Hanover Senior Softball. We had many dinners with him & Peaches throughout the years. What a sweet & wonderful man & could easily make you laugh. He will be missed by many. Prayers for the family for peace & comfort. RIP Tin Man💔💔
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Tin Man, you will be truly missed on the ball field. I’m so thankful to have been able to play with you and seeing your face when your team won the season this year. I’m so glad I attended the banquet and was able to see you one last time. Prayers to your family and friends. RIP Tin Man
To the Talley family. I will miss Robert he was a great friend. Roy l luck, also Festus Waugh and Dottie, also Ollie Ronquest. sending prayers to the family.
We were so sorry and sad to hear about “The Tin Man’s” passing! Mr. Talley was such a nice man, and of course did excellent work. It was always a pleasure to see him, and he will be missed. He always went above and beyond, and we had complete faith in him! Please accept our condolences to his family, and especially Chris, whom we enjoyed getting to know as well.
Sending you all comfort in this hard time,
Molly and Linda
I knew Tin Man through senior softball and was fortunate enough to play on his teams several times. He was always a kind and generous person whether I was playing for or against him. I will certainly miss his smiling face at the ballfield.
Our condolences to Peaches and Tin Man’s family. We enjoyed and now cherish all the time we spend with Tin on the field and away from it. Heaven has gained one of the best pull hitters out there.
My condolences tto Peaches and family. Going to miss a great competitor and friend. May he rest in peace in on that ball field in the sky.
a fine person and always a joy to be around. my daughter and i will really miss him. damn. who are going to get fireworks from now