Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
Garland Wade Neas
Jul 5, 2025
SSG Garland Wade Neas, 67, peacefully passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Carrington Place, Daleville, VA. He was born on June 14, 1958, in Bedford, VA, a son of the late Aubrey Odell Neas, Sr. and Letty Mae Wood Neas. In addition to his parents Garland was preceded in death by sons, Johnathan Neas, Kendall Neas; brothers, Aubrey...
Danita Cabell
Jul 6, 2025
Danita Eyvette Cabell, 58 of Amherst, VA departed this life July 6th, 2025.
Born February 17th, 1967 to the late Floyd William Cabell, Sr. She was preceded in death by maternal grandparents Bernard and Mary Chilton; paternal grandparents William and Mattie Cabell; five uncles Wilson Jones, Bernard Chilton, Jr., Cleon Chilton, Raymond Cabell, and Allen Cabell; one aunt Clarese Chilton.
She is...
Shirley Turner Smith
Jul 5, 2025
Shirley Turner Smith, 85, of Lynchburg, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, July 11, 2025, at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg, the family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Interment will be at New Mount Baptist Church Cemetery, Arrington, Va.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting...
Genise Duke Millner
Jul 5, 2025
Genise Duke Millner, born on March 20, 1958, in Vermont, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025, in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Genise dedicated many years of her professional life to working at Virginia Select Auto, where she served as controller.
In her personal life, Genise was known for her warm heart and many talents. She loved to cross-stitch, cook, and bake, sharing her...
Homer David Branch
Jul 6, 2025
Homer David Branch, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on April 17, 1950, he led a life marked by hard work, and a profound love for the outdoors. He was married to his late wife, Ellen Ross Branch for 52 years.
David dedicated many years to...
Benjamin Anthony De Lorenzi
Jul 6, 2025
Mr. Benjamin Anthony De Lorenzi, 83, passed away on July 6, 2025.
He was born in Newark, NJ, on May 28, 1942, a son of the late Theresa and Benjamin De Lorenzi. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Ann Letow, his brother, Charles De Lorenzi and his god son, Gregory De Lorenzi.
Benjamin is survived...
Ann Mary Daily
Jun 30, 2025
Ann Mary Daily passed away on June 30, 2025, in Lynchburg General Hospital after a courageous battle against an infectious blood disease in the stomach. She suffered pain for many years from arthritis. On February 17, 1942, Margaret Juliano gave birth to Ann in Maplewood, NJ. Her Father was George Juliano.
While growing up in Maplewood, Ann enjoyed spending time at...
Colonel William Jones, Jr.
Jun 30, 2025
Colonel Jones, Jr., of Amherst, Virginia, transitioned to be with the Lord Monday, June 30, 2025.
A funeral service will be held Saturday, July 12, 2025 at First Baptist Church of Coolwell at 1:00P.M. The family will receive friends Friday, July 11, 2025 at Tharp Funeral Home Madison Heights Chapel from 6:00P.M. - 8:00P.M. Interment will be held in the church...
Eunice Withers
Jul 2, 2025
Eunice L. Withers gained her wings peacefully Wednesday July 2,2025 surrounded by her loved ones. Born on November 11, 1951, in Lynchburg, Va. to the late Robert E. Withers Jr. and Christine Calloway Withers; she was preceded in death by her brother Robert E. Withers III and niece Patrice M. Withers.
She was a part of the last graduating class of...
Carole Napier Kardian
Jul 1, 2025
Carole Napier Kardian, 76, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. She was born on March 15, 1949, in Petersburg, Virginia, a daughter of the late Darrell Richard Napier and Alberta Patricia Spence. In addition to her parents, Carole was preceded in death by brother, Richard V. Napier.
Carole worked as a special education teacher for...
Preston William Scott Jr.
Jul 1, 2025
Preston Scott Jr. 74, of Madison Heights, passed away Tuesday, July 1, 2025.
A funeral service will be held Sunday, July 13, 2025 at 3:00P.M. at Tharp Funeral Home Madison Heights Chapel. Mr. Scott will be available for public viewing Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 10:00A.M.- 4:00P.M.
Tharp Funeral Home Madison Heights in serving the family.
Alice Murdoch Karras
Jun 28, 2025
Alice Murdoch Karras, 87, of Lynchburg, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 28, 2025.
Alice was born in New York on May 29, 1938, and was the daughter of the late Robert Murdoch and Alice Hamlin Murdoch. She was a graduate of Briarcliff Junior College, where she earned an Associate in Applied Science in Cartography. She later received a Bachelor of...
Shane Chasteen Godsey
Jun 21, 2025
Shane Godsey, 50, of Lynchburg, Virgina, passed away on June 21, 2025.
Born on February 7, 1975, in Lynchburg, Virginia, Shane was known for his unwavering loyalty, strength of spirit, and deep love for his family, friends and country.
He proudly served in the United States Marine Corp, where he demonstrated courage, discipline, and a commitment to protecting others.
He will be remembered...
Betty Jane Johnson Fralich
Jul 7, 2025
Betty Jane Johnsen Fralich, 88, of Bradford, Pennsylvania passed into the arms of Jesus on July 7, 2025, at the home of her daughter surrounded by loved ones. She was the wife of Charles “Chuck” Lawson Fralich for over 33 years.
Born on April 25, 1937, in Staten Island, NY, Betty was the eldest daughter of the late Arnold Russel Johnsen...
Boone Allen Dotson
Jul 2, 2025
Boone Allen Dotson was born and passed peacefully on July 2, 2025, in Charlottesville, Virginia. Baby Boone was born into love and passed in love. He is survived by his parents, Taylor Dotson and Taylor Reedy-Dotson and many loving family members.
We are eternally grateful for the precious gift of being chosen as Boone’s parents. We would like to thank everyone...
Jimmie Lee Humphrey
Jul 2, 2025
Jimmie Lee Humphrey, 80, left this earthly life on July 2, 2025. Born and raised in Fredericksburg, VA, he resided in Goodview, Virginia. He was the son of the late Walter M. Humphrey, Sr. and Nellie Irene Groves of Fredericksburg. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Walter and Harold, and sister Mary Handy. Mr. Humphrey retired from BWX...
Roy "Woody" Thomas Wood
Jul 1, 2025
Roy "Woody" Thomas Wood, Sr., 92, of Salem, Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.
Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Virginia (June) Connelly
Jul 1, 2025
Virginia (June) Connelly age 94 of Madison Heights, Va. went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her parents, C.P. and Edna Connelly; sisters, Velvie and Remona; brothers, John, Bill, Pat, Paul, and Dick Connelly.
She lived her life to the fullest and did everything her way! June was a faithful member of...
Dr. Richard Dean Maca
Jun 30, 2025
Dr. Richard Dean Maca, 83, of Lynchburg, Virginia formerly of Shreveport, Louisiana, passed away Monday, June 30, 2025. He was the husband of Phyllis Burnett Maca for over 62 years.
Richard Maca was born on October 11, 1941, in Lincoln, Nebraska, to Clarence Melvin Maca and Irene Kovarik Maca. He lived on the family farm, the same property that his father...
Laura Graham Beniger
Jun 28, 2025
Laura Graham Beniger, 90, of Bedford passed away on Saturday, July 28, 2025. She was born on August 18, 1934, to the late George Wesley Graham and Marguerite Hardy Graham. In addition to her parents, Laura was proceeded in death by her husband, Rudolph “Ben” Beniger; an infant son, Steven Davis Beniger; her brother, James Wesley Graham; and sister, Elsie...
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