Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
Sarah Helen Jeter Cox
Apr 5, 2025
Sarah Helen Jeter Cox passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at The Elms of Lynchburg. She was the wife of the late Leonard L. Cox. Born on July 26, 1931, in Franklin County, she was the daugher of the late William T. Jeter and the late Veronica H. Jeter.
Sarah was retired from the Piedmont Label Company with over 25...
Anthony Charles Dean
Apr 5, 2025
To family friends, and loved ones - It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Anthony Charles Dean on April 5th, 2025. He is now home to rest in eternal Heaven.
Anthony Charles Dean was born on September 12, 1959, in Miami, Florida, to the late Johnny Dean and Aretha Mae Dean (Humphrey). He spent his early years...
Lee Uhrig Bender
Apr 4, 2025
Lee Uhrig Bender died in his sleep on the morning of April 4, 2025. Lee was born in Syracuse, NY, on March 21, 1934, to William L. Bender and Emma M. Bender. Lee had a deep-seated appreciation for ideas. He often said he wanted to be a student for life. Throughout his life, Lee studied many different philosophies and enjoyed...
Brian Robert Nelson Jablonski
Apr 3, 2025
Brian Robert Nelson Jablonski, age 65, born on September 20, 1959, died after an extended illness on April 3, 2025. He is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Allison Belsches Jablonski; three children, (Lucy Jablonski, Amy Jablonski, Lily Jablonski); siblings, Mary Jablonski (Karen), Ian Jablonski (Julie), Elsa Lawrence (Tom), and Helen Goins (Neal). He was predeceased by his...
Edgar Lee Graves
Apr 3, 2025
Edgar Lee Graves, 70, of Lynchburg, Virginia, died peacefully at home after a brief illness on Thursday, April 3, 2025. He was the son of the late Luther Edgar Graves and Avie Lee Hill Graves.
Eddie was born on August 6, 1954, in Ripley, Mississippi. He was a missionary in Concepcion, Chile with the International Mission Board, SBC for 20 years....
Dewey Rudolph Alexander, Sr.
Apr 3, 2025
Dewey Rudolph Alexander, Sr., a beloved son, father, brother, and cherished friend, passed away on April 3, 2025, in his hometown of Lynchburg, Virginia, just days shy of his 73rd birthday. Born on April 11, 1952, he grew up in a vibrant community where he became the life of every gathering, all with his huge smile and infectious laughter.
A proud...
Brenda Payne Moorman
Apr 2, 2025
Brenda Lee Payne Moorman, 63, departed this life unexpectedly on April 2, 2025, at her home in Lynchburg, VA. Born in Franklin County, VA on January 24,1962, she was the daughter of the late Jean Tolley.
Brenda loved playing cards, bingo and fishing. If you knew her, no one was a stranger to her and she could talk to you about...
Gracie Louise Bryant
Apr 1, 2025
Ms. Gracie Bryant, 63, heard the master call on the morning of April 1, 2025, she answered in the comfort of her home in Goode, Va.
Gracie was born on February 8, 1962, to the late Ruby J. Bryant, and the late Alfred Hurt. She was also preceded in death by her sister Christy Payne, brothers Albert Bryant, Tony Bryant and...
Phillip "Chuck" Wayne Rector
Mar 31, 2025
Phillip “Chuck” Wayne Rector, 76, of Moneta, Virginia, passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025. Chuck was born November 15, 1948 in York, Pennsylvania, the son of Oscar (OW) Rector and Marie Bray.
Chuck married Carol [Martin] on July 9, 2005 in Floyd, Virginia.
Chuck worked as a truck driver for the entirety of his career at various different trucking companies. He...
Henry Lee Wyatt II
Mar 30, 2025
Henry Lee Wyatt II, 81, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on March 30, 2025. He was the only son of the late Harold and Evelyn Wyatt, and the husband of Joanne J Wyatt for 40 years.
Henry was born on May 9, 1943, in Durham, North Carolina. Henry earned the rank of Eagle Scout and graduated from George Washington High School...
Duane Edward Roberts
Mar 30, 2025
Duane Edward Roberts, 71, of Forest, Virginia, passed away on March 30, 2025. He was the son of the late Hal Virgal Roberts and Helen Cornelia Roberts.
He was born on June 9, 1953, in Alexandria, Virginia. He attended school in Virginia and Florida and then moved to Florida until 2023. He worked in the real estate business for many years.
While...
Michael Bennett
Mar 30, 2025
Michael Bennett, of Madison Heights, a proud member of First Baptist Church, Coolwell, passed away Sunday, March 30, 2025.
Funeral arrangements are being finalized.
Tharp Funeral Home, Madison Heights, is serving the family.
Gerald Schroeder
Mar 29, 2025
Gerald Edward Schroeder, 80, of La Valle, Wisconsin, and Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on March 29, 2025. He was the son of the late Gilbert and Anita Schroeder, of Loganville, Wisconsin, and the husband of Lisbeth N. Schroeder for 23 years.
Jerry was born on May 26, 1944, in Reedsburg, Wisconsin. He attended school at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville and earned...
Jackie Burris Overstreet
Mar 28, 2025
Jackie Burris Overstreet, 88, of Bedford, VA went to be with the Lord on Friday, March 28, 2025. He was born on July 9, 1936, in Bedford to the late Luther David Overstreet and Otelia Dooley Overstreet. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Doris Maddera and nephew, Barrye Maddera.
Jackie was a dedicated member...
Alice Lacy
Mar 28, 2025
Alice Lorraine Lacy, 90, passed away peacefully at her home in Barboursville, VA, on March 28, 2025. Alice was one of seven children born to William Henry Anderson and Alice B. Anderson of Forest, VA. on September 8, 1934.
At an early age, Alice left her home to reside in Lynchburg and seek employment and to start her family. She was...
Jumari McCoy
Mar 28, 2025
Jumari McCoy, 26, of Roanoke, VA, passed away on Friday, March 28, 2025.
The family will receive friends Saturday, April 5, 2025 from 6-8P.M. at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg. A funeral service will be conducted Monday, April 7, 2025 at 12:00P.M. at Tharp Funeral Home Lynchburg Chapel. Interment will follow at Baptist Cemetery.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the...
William Freeman Trusty Jr.
Mar 27, 2025
William Freeman Trusty Jr., 68, of Lynchburg, VA, passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2025.
Services will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Thursday, April 3rd, 2025 at Prayer Faith Temple located at 3100 Hill St. Lynchburg, VA 24501. A visitation will be held from 7:00-8:00 P.M. on Wednesday April 2nd at Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory located in Lynchburg, VA.
Tharp...
Gail Baber Humphrey
Mar 25, 2025
Gail Baber Humphrey, a resident of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on June 23, 1936, in Virginia, she lived a life devoted to her family and community.
Gail graduated from Brookville High School and enjoyed reconnecting with her classmates over the years. She was a dedicated member of the Boonsboro United...
Dennis Wayne Power, Jr.
Mar 25, 2025
Dennis Wayne Power, Jr., 54, of Lynchburg passed away Tuesday, March 25, 2025. He was the husband of Michelle Cooper Power of Lynchburg.
Dennis was born in Lynchburg, Virginia on December 9, 1970, a son of Don Morris and Rosie Brown Morris of Monroe. Dennis honorably served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps, a member of both the Moose Lodge,...
Maquale Dashon Moon
Mar 25, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the untimely passing of Maquale Dashon Moon.
Born on April 1, 1991, in Lynchburg, Virginia, Maquale brightened the lives of everyone he met, leaving behind a legacy of joy that will forever remain in the hearts of his family and friends.
Maquale graduated in 2010 from Altavista High School, where his humor and full-of-life...
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