Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
Glenda Rhett "Wendy" Lockliear
Jun 2, 2025
Glenda Rhett “Wendy” Lockliear, 68, of Moneta, passed away on Monday, June 2, 2025, at her residence. She was born in Georgetown, SC on May 1, 1957. A daughter of the late Rhett Lockliear and Thelma Lou Cooper Lockliear.
Wendy was a devoted mother, nana, and sister who poured her heart into her family. Her happiest moments were spent surrounded by...
James E. "Jimmy" Nunn
Jun 1, 2025
James E. “Jimmy” Nunn, 66, of Lynchburg, Virginia, suddenly passed away on June 1, 2025. He was the son of the late Ray E. “Edd” Nunn and Georgie G. Nunn
Jimmy was born on April 22, 1959, in Martinsville, Virginia. He graduated from Virginia Wesleyan Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management. He worked with L.G. Flint Construction...
James Troutman Bost, Sr.
Jun 1, 2025
James T. Bost, Sr. (Jim), 97, died on Sunday, June 1. He was born in Lincolnton, North Carolina, on February 4, 1928, to the late Reverend William Edgar Bost and Maggie Mae Dellinger Bost.
He was predeceased by his wife of 57 years, Anne Tate Bost, as well as two brothers and four sisters. He is survived by one sister, Irma...
Michael Chet Quintero
Jun 1, 2025
Michael Chet Quintero was born on June 30, 1946, in Santa Barbara CA to parents Alice Rodriguez McCrumb and Richard Martinez Quintero. He grew up in San Francisco and spent summers in Los Angeles with his grandparents and cousins. He attended Abraham Lincoln High School where he competed in track and field for four years.
Michael earned a Bachelor of Arts...
Boyd Clinton Back
May 31, 2025
Boyd Clinton Back, 75, of Lynchburg, Virginia, suddenly passed away on Saturday, May 31 of 2025. He was the son of the late William McKinley Back and Ruby Helmick.
He was fondly and lovingly referred by Matthew Word, Rena King and Carolyn Rodgers as “King BB”. He made his wishes known in a regal manner but was reciprocal with his smiles...
Mekale LeVar Thornhill
May 31, 2025
Mekale LeVar Thornhill, 44, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on May 31, 2025. He was born on December 28, 1980, to M. W. Thornhill, III and Mary F. Thornhill. He was educated in Lynchburg City Schools and completed his high school education in Chesterfield, Virginia.
Mekale was a member of Court Street Baptist Church, where he worshipped faithfully alongside his beloved...
Hazel Sightler Jernigan Byrum
May 30, 2025
Hazel Sightler Jernigan Byrum 82, of Bedford, VA, previously from Suffolk Virginia went to be with her Lord on Friday, 5/30/2025 after a long illness. She was born in Lexington SC on May 3,1943. Hazel was employed at Louise Obici Memorial Hospital for many years.
Hazel was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother that will always be remembered for...
Victoria "Vicci" Sterling Sweet
May 30, 2025
Victoria "Vicci" Sterling Sweet, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, passed away on May 30, 2025, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, leaving behind a legacy of warmth and kindness.
Born on August 8, 1946, in Princeton, NJ, to the late Elmer and Helen Sterling, Vicci was a Master Gardener, who owned her own gardening center, sowing seeds of kindness wherever she went.
Beyond...
Delores Jeannette Rucker
May 30, 2025
Delores Jeannette Rucker, 77, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.
Born on November 22, 1947, Delores dedicated her life to service and family. She worked for 30 years at the Central Virginia Training Center, where her commitment and strength left a lasting impact. Following her retirement from the center, she continued to serve her community as...
Beverly Ann DeMonte
May 30, 2025
Beverly Ann DeMonte, 79, of Lynchburg, Virginia, left this earth to be with our Lord and Savior on May 30th, 2025. She was the daughter of Carl and Beulah Bowen and was the loving and devoted wife of Vito DeMonte for 61 years.
Beverly was born on February 26th, 1946, in Rochester, NY. She graduated high school at Madison High School...
Stanley Nelson Thomas
May 30, 2025
Stanley Thomas 65, also known as “Fink” and “Big Al” transitioned to his heavenly home on May 30,2025. He was born November 28, 1959, in Baltimore MD to the late Randolph Macon Thomas Sr. and Marian Gentry Thomas.
After moving from Baltimore he was raised in Monroe, VA. He was educated in Amherst County Public Schools. He served six years in...
Rowland Liggon
May 30, 2025
Rowland Lefew Liggon, a cherished father, grandfather brother, and friend departed this life on May 30, 2025, at the age of 71. Born on January 25, 1954, in Lynchburg, Virginia, to the late Jessie Owen Liggon and Susie Jearlene Reeves Liggon.
Along with his parents, Rowland was predeceased by his brother, Gary Liggon, Sr., and uncle Wilson Reeves who will be...
Edward A. Thomas
May 29, 2025
Edward A. Thomas, affectionately known as Eddie to many and Clyde to a close few, quietly slipped away on May 29, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of humility and enduring love.
A proud native of Carney's Point, New Jersey, Eddie often reminisced about “riding bikes on the dirt, back roads of Woodstown” with his best friend and beloved brother, Zachary Bernard....
Thomas Marple
May 28, 2025
Thomas Marple resided in Lynchburg, Virginia and was 60 years old when he passed away at UVA on May 28 ,2025
He was born in Camden, New Jersey on August 28, 1964. He is married to Cara Elizabeth Marple. He lived in New Jersey growing up. He lived in Florida for a brief time before going back to his hometown New...
Mary Louise Jackson Wayne
May 28, 2025
Mary Louise Jackson Wayne, born on January 20, 1950, in Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2025, in her hometown.
She was a remarkable individual, known for her strong work ethic and bright sense of humor. For many years, Mary dedicated her professional life to Verizon telecommunications, where she established herself as a valued employee and a respected colleague.
Throughout...
Aaron James Ruehle
May 26, 2025
Aaron mindfully constructed a life of profound integrity and great joy. The cornerstone of all he helped to build—a loving and happy family, enduring friendships, an extensive career in mental health—was tireless compassion.
Aaron was born in Flint, Michigan in 1954 to Lillian and Herman Ruehle. Aaron was the youngest in the family, following older siblings Elaine and Victor. He was...
Norman Allen Jennings
May 26, 2025
Norman Allen Jennings, 92, of Concord, passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025. He was born on September 18, 1932, to the late Tom and Lula Jennings.
Allen was married to Inez Ward Jennings for 67 years. He was an avid hunter and fisherman but really loved to be outdoors. He also enjoyed gardening and watching racing and ball games on...
Lindsey Edwards
May 26, 2025
Lindsey Epps Edwards died peacefully in her home Monday morning, May 26, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born January 13, 1952, in Roanoke, Va. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Herbert Edwards, her four children, Carrington Neel (husband James Neel) Lynchburg, Va., Chrissie Swann (husband Lloyd Swann) Baltimore, Md., Meggie Tresca (husband Antoine Tresca) Sterling,...
Barney Wayne Seagle
May 25, 2025
Barney Wayne Seagle, 81, passed away at Lynchburg General Hospital on May 25, 2025. He was one of nine children, born on July 27, 1943, in Wytheville, VA.
Barney was preceded in death by his father, Walter Thomas Seagle and his mother, Bettie Bell Seagle; his brothers, Walter Seagle Jr, James Seagle, Harry Seagle and David Seagle; and his sisters, Katherine...
Linda Ruth Banks
May 24, 2025
Linda Ruth Banks, 74, peacefully passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at her home in Goode, VA. She was born on January 5, 1951, in Queens, NY, a daughter of the late Gussie Cohen Weinstein.
She is survived by her husband, Thomas Mahlon Banks; sons, Michael Thomas Banks, Robert Mahlon Banks and wife Tiffany; daughter, Katherine Lynn Prater; brother, Larry...
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