Joseph “Joe” Thomas Ingram, 50, of Rustburg passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2024, surrounded by family and friends. Born in Lynchburg, Virginia on October 5, 1973, to Martha Magann Ingram and the late Thomas Isaac Ingram III.

Joe was employed with Cook’s Automotive for 15 years. He was a beloved father, papa, brother and son. He loved spending time with family and friends, especially his two grandsons. He started his racing hobby as a kid, racing BMX on special dirt tracks. His passion was helping his son get their Mustang ready to race at places like Natural Bridge or Roxboro NC.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by a fiancée, Mendy Sparks; two sons, Timothy Ingram (Abbie) and Jacob Ingram (Sam) of Rustburg; Kaylee Cash (Austin); step-children, Logan Myers (Lexi), Taylor Oberlin (Scott); two grandsons, Hudson Ingram and Asher Smith; three step-grandchildren, Quinson Morgan, Kaison Myers, Colson Myers; a sister Erika Burks (Michael); a brother, Raymond Ingram (Jen); two nephews, Sean Ingram, Trevar Ingram and an uncle Frank Magann (Robin).

Family wishes to thank the Cooks for all their support and fundraisers. A special thanks to Christy for her support and getting Joe on Hospice.

A funeral service will be conducted 2:00 p.m., Sunday, October 6, 2024, in the chapel of Heritage Funeral Service.

The family will receive friends from 4-6:00 p.m. Saturday, October 5, 2024, at the funeral home.