Tom Jefferson Metcalf, Jr.

Tom J Metcalf, 89, of Forest, VA passed away peacefully at his home on November 8, 2026, and now resides with his Lord and Savior. He was the son of the late Thomas and Nell Metcalf. The husband of Helen Metcalf for 28 years.

Tom was born on September 22, 1937, in Prince Edward County VA. He attended Randolph Henry High School before joining the United States Air Force in 1954. He began his USAF career in aircraft maintenance and advanced to Flight Engineer on the C-141, He loved being air crew and flying. After retiring from the Air Force, he continued his education to obtain his bachelor's degree from Golden Gate University and became an ordained pastor. His second career was in Quality Assurance Specialist for the Department of Defense where he worked on propulsion systems for the NASA shuttle program, several missile systems and various fighter aircraft.

Tom was a member of Beulah Baptist Church. He enjoyed studying the bible and sharing the gospel to people around the world through several mission trips. He was involved in teaching and preaching in churches stateside, in Israel, and in Finland. He also enjoyed singing, history, photography and excelling at everything he attempted.

In addition to his wife Helen, Tom is survived by his son Dave (Angie) Metcalf; grandchildren: Stephanie (Chuck) Vill, Austin Metcalf, Hannah (Andrew) Slezak; his great-grandchildren Charlie, Connor, Jack, and Isla; his sister Clara Fay Metcalf; many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Tom was predeceased by his first wife Barbara (married 40 years); son Gordon Metcalf; grandson Billy Metcalf; siblings Arlene, Paul, June, Virginia, Mary, John, Bill, Harold, Gene, Jay, and Wendell.

The family of Tom J Metcalf will receive friends on November 19, 2026, from 2:00 - 3:00 with the service at 3:00 at Beulah Baptist Church, 528 Leesville Road, Lynchburg VA. Interment will take place November 20, 2026, at 1:00 at Virginia Veterans Cemetery, Amelia VA.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to:

Samaritans Purse Operation Heal Our Patriots - Bless the Marriage of a Military Couple

The Gary Sinise Foundation - https://www.garysinisefoundation.org

Beulah Baptist Church, 528 Leesville Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24502

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