Obituaries

Walter Everett Tawney, 50, of Danville, Virginia, passed away Saturday, September 30, 2023. He was born August 29, 1973, in Danville, Virginia, to Mary L. Wilson McMillan and the late Walter Hoge Tawney. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a son, Soloman Hyler; sister, Amanda Tawney; and brother William Lee Tawney.

Walter attended the Church of the Latter-Day Saints. He enjoyed working on cars, camping in tents, and being outside. He loved nature, making jokes, and having a good laugh.

He is survived by his wife, Angela Hyler; mother, Mary L. Wilson McMillan; daughter, April Hyler; sons, Charles Robert Towler, and Aaron Hyler, and grandchildren, Layla Fulk and James Curry.

Services will be held at a later date.

Wright Funeral Service & Crematory is serving the family.