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Joseph “Ryan” Nichoas Willoughby, 34, of Madison Heights passed away unexpectedly, Sunday, November 1, 2020.

Born July 8, 1986 he was the son of Nicholas Willoughby and Tracy Coles Willoughby.

Ryan had a passion for music and for producing. He was a dedicated father, son, brother, and uncle. He was an excellent cook, and had many friends that enjoyed his fun and loving personality. Ryan was baptized at a young age and was a member at Scott Zion Baptist Church. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.

Ryan is preceded in death by his sister, Casey Willoughby.

In addition to his parents Ryan is survived by his son, Jo’Ryan Willoughby; sisters, Crystal Willoughby, Jessica Coles, and Faith Willoughby; grandmother, Constance Coles; great grandmother, Theresa Liggon; nieces and nephews, Derrick Willoughby, Dereon Shelton, Olivia Shelton, Camille Shelton, Jamir Shelton, Rylei Reid and Loyalti Reid; and a close knit and devoted extended family.

A memorial service will be held Sunday, November 8, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at Tharp Funeral Home Lynchburg.

Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.