Virgil Willard Hilliard Jr.

Virgil Willard Hilliard Jr., 57, of Bristol, VA, passed away at his residence. He was born June 11, 1969 in Charlotte, North Carolina, and he lived most of his life in the Bristol area. He enjoyed hiking, riding a moped, and spending time with his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Reba Cregger Worley; his grandmothers, Mary Magdalene "Nanny" Hilliard and Dorothy Baines; as well as several uncles.

Those left to cherish Virgil's memory include his father, Virgil Hilliard, Sr.;his daughters, Riley and Linda; his son, Gaige Hilliard; his brothers, Chris Hilliard, Steven Hilliard and wife Joannie; his sisters, Melisa Walsh, Sarah Hilliard, and Brenda McCracken and husband Norval; his aunt, Patricia Cunningham; his great-aunt, Sue Carden; and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service to honor Virgil's life will be held at Shades of Grace UMC on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 3:00 P.M.

Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the family, online condolences can be shared with the family on our website at www.trinitymemorialcenters.com.