OBITUARIES

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Nathaniel Lassiter

Nathaniel Lassiter

Oct 2, 2025

Nathaniel Lassiter, 67, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on Thursday, October 2, 2025. A celebration of Nathaniel's life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg.

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

Gerard "Jerry" Edward Salmon

Gerard "Jerry" Edward Salmon

Oct 11, 2025

Jerry Salmon, 75, of  Lynchburg, passed away on Saturday, October 11, 2025. 

A service will be held at St John Episcopal on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 1:00 PM. 

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

Anthony Wayne Cupec

Anthony Wayne Cupec

Oct 8, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the tragic passing of Anthony Wayne Cupec, who left this world far too soon on October 8th, 2025, at the age of 45. Tony was a vibrant soul whose life touched the hearts of many. 

Tony grew up in a loving family, cherished by his parents, Ronald and Wanda Cupec. Tony found his soulmate in Melinda...

Jane Thomas Sigler

Jane Thomas Sigler

Oct 9, 2025

Jane Thomas Sigler passed away on October 9,2025. She was a lifelong resident of Lynchburg, born on September 28, 1928, in Virginia Baptist Hospital to Willard Franklin Thomas and Ellen Walker Thomas. She was a graduate of E. C. Glass and Salem College.

She was predeceased by her parents; her sister, Ellen Stewart Thomas; her husband, Harold Sigler, Jr.; her son,...

Marian Edna Jones

Marian Edna Jones

Oct 8, 2025

Marian Edna Jones, born on December 30, 1933, in Bedford County, Virginia, passed away on October 8, 2025. She dedicated over fifty years of her life to Centra Health, where her unwavering passion for caring for people profoundly impacted the lives of many. Marian's dedication to her profession was mirrored in her personal life, as she cherished connections with family...

Sandra Louise Snell

Sandra Louise Snell

Sep 28, 2025

Sandra Louise Snell, 79, of Lynchburg, VA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 28, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. She was the devoted wife of the late Ronnie James Snell, with whom she shared a lifetime of cherished memories.

Sandra (Sandy) was born on Saturday, June 1, 1946, in Fairmont, WV. She was the daughter of the late...

Mary Elizabeth VanDyke

Mary Elizabeth VanDyke

Sep 23, 2025

It is with great sadness that we advise the passing of Mary Elizabeth Van Dyke “Sis” of Lynchburg, Virginia on September 23, 2025. She was 99 years old at her passing and is now in arms of Jesus, for which we give thanks.

Sis was born in Tazewell, Virginia on March 6, 1926, to R. O. Van Dyke, Sr. and Mary...

Robert Wilson Hall

Robert Wilson Hall

Oct 7, 2025

Robert Wilson Hall, age 78, of Evington, VA, passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Robert is predeceased by his father, Flemon Wilson Hall and his mother, Ruth Maxey Hall.

Though most of Robert’s life was lived in Evington, VA, his love for his childhood home of Floyd, VA was experienced in his stories, his kindness,...

John Sparks

John Sparks

Jun 17, 2025

John Arthur Sparks, age 66, of Monroe, Virginia passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2025.

John is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Joni and daughter Ashley (Matt) of South Carolina.

He was the son of the late Timothy and Betty Sparks of Covington, VA. In addition to his parents, his sister Carole Rice preceded him in death.

John Sparks is...

MaryJane Hobbs

MaryJane Hobbs

Sep 20, 2025

Maryjane B. Hobbs passed peacefully at Westminster Canterbury surrounded by her family on September 20, 2025. She lived 100 amazing years.

Born in Lynchburg, VA in 1925, she was a graduate of E. C. Glass High School. Music was her life and she continued with her passion for music in her study of voice, piano and organ. She was a talented...

Katharine Murray Arrowood Hicks

Katharine Murray Arrowood Hicks

Sep 24, 2025

Katharine Murray Arrowood Hicks (“Kay”) departed this life on September 24, 2025, just three weeks shy of her 98th birthday.

Kay was born in Concord, North Carolina on October 15, 1927, to the Reverend Robert S. Arrowood, Sr., and Mary Dimock Murray Arrowood. After the death of her mother at a young age, she was raised by an aunt who became...

Nancy Virginia Crowder

Nancy Virginia Crowder

Jul 25, 2025

The world became a little less bright on July 25, 2025, with the passing of Nancy Virginia Crowder who passed away peacefully at the age of 79. She was born on October 14, 1945, in Lynchburg, VA to Lola Virginia and Houston Maie Crowder. 

She is survived by her loving brother and sister-in-law, Houston Maie Crowder, Jr. and Linda McLennan Crowder;...

William "Bill" Cheatwood, Sr.

William "Bill" Cheatwood, Sr.

Oct 8, 2025

William "Bill" Cheatwood Sr, of Lynchburg, a devoted husband, father, grandfather. great grandfather, great great grandfather, friend, was born on September 19, 1924, and passed away peacefully on Oct 8, 2025 at the age of 101, at Oakwood Health and Rehab, Bedford, Va.

Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Louise Wiley Cheatwood and his great, great granddaughter Georgia Rose...

Katherine Irvin Hughes

Katherine Irvin Hughes

Oct 7, 2025

Katherine Irvin Hughes, 83, of Lynchburg, passed away Tuesday, October 7, 2025. She was the wife of Bert M. Dunn, mother of Lee Hughes, and sister of John Irvin (Nancy).

Katherine was born in Lynchburg, Virginia on August 19, 1942, a daughter of the late Doral Irvin and Katherine Rinsland Irvin. Katherine attended and graduated from Mary Baldwin College and the...

Madeline Jane Raikes

Madeline Jane Raikes

Oct 7, 2025

Madeline Jane Raikes, 62, of Lynchburg, Virginia went to her Heavenly Home on October 7th, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Bernard Burchett, Sr., and Margaret Burchett of Richmond, Virginia.

Madeline was born on March 21st, 1963 in Richmond, Virginia. She attended school at Fairmont Elementary School, and later pursued her own business as a bookkeeper.

She was a member...

David Roy Wetcher

David Roy Wetcher

Oct 6, 2025

In Loving Memory of David Wetcher 1937 – 2025 David Wetcher, age 88, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Throughout his remarkable 88 years, David touched countless lives in such a positive and lasting way. His kindness, optimism, and genuine care for others were felt by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.

 He is...

Deacon Ralph Carter Sr.

Deacon Ralph Carter Sr.

Oct 6, 2025

Ralph Carter Sr. of Lynchburg, passed away on Monday, October 6, 2025.

A funeral service will be held at Mount Carmel Baptist Church on Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 1:00P.M. The family will receive friends on Friday, October 10, 2025 at Tharp Funeral Home Lynchburg Location, from 6:00P.M. - 8:00P.M.

Deacon Carter will be open to the public for viewing between the...

Betty Tomlin Tyree

Betty Tomlin Tyree

Oct 5, 2025

Betty Tomlin Tyree of Amherst County, age 84, peacefully passed away on October 5, 2025, in Lynchburg, Virginia, surrounded by her loving family. She is now in the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She was the beloved wife of the late Donald Franklin Tyree, Sr.

Born on January 26, 1941, in Lynchburg, she was the daughter of the...

Charles Felton Wilson, Jr.

Charles Felton Wilson, Jr.

Oct 5, 2025

Charles Felton Wilson, Jr., 83, of Lynchburg, Virginia, went to be with his Lord and Savior on October 5, 2025. He was the son of the late Charles Felton Wilson and Charlotte Sophie Gohn Wilson. 

He is survived by the love of his life, Beverley Anne (Babs), to whom he was married for 59 years. He is also survived by his...

Patrick (Toby) Sherman

Patrick (Toby) Sherman

2025

“He fought the good fight; he finished the race; he kept the faith.” II Timothy 4:7---

Matthew 25:21—“Well done, good and faithful servant.”

Patrick Jared Sherman (Toby), 82, of Jefferson Villas, Forest, VA, went home to be with his Lord, October 5, 2025. His life was a testament of hard work and dedication. He was a member of Thomas Road Baptist Church...

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