Thomas Edward Metheny, age 79 of Amelia, passed away on February 16, 2020.  He is survived by his wife Barbara; daughters Robin M. Poole and Donna Spector, both of Amelia; brother Homer Leroy "Buddy" Metheny of Henrico and four grandchildren.  He was a member of Arbor Baptist Church in Amelia and retired from Phillip Morris after 31 years.  The family will receive friends from 6-8:00 p.m. on Wednesday February 19 at the Hillsman-Hix Funeral Home, 16409 Court St. in Amelia.  A chapel service will be held at 11:00 a.m on Thursday at the funeral home with burial to follow in Arbor Baptist Cemetery.