Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
Margaret Jean Smith Berry
Aug 11, 2023
Margaret Jean Smith Berry, of Lynchburg, Virginia went to be with her heavenly father on Aug 11, 2023, at the age of 93 years old. She is preceded in death by her husband of 71 years, Samuel C. Berry.She is also preceded in death by her father, Oscar Washington and mother, Henrietta Smith; her sister, Nancy Sue (Smith) Fenn, and...
Aloisia Wyatt
Aug 10, 2023
Aloisia “Lois” Kappl Stickell Wyatt, 95 of Lynchburg, passed away on Thursday, August 10, 2023, at Westminster Canterbury.She was born in St. Johann im Pongau, Austria, on June 27, 1928, to the late Franz Kapl and Anna Heigenhauser Kapl. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her late husbands, Joseph Lester Stickell, Jr. and William Joseph...
Louise Driskill Williams
Aug 10, 2023
Louise Driskill Williams, 92, of Lynchburg, VA, died Thursday, August 10, 2023. She was the loving wife of the late Thomas Watt “Jack” Williams.Louise was born December 3, 1930, in Campbell County, VA, a daughter of the late Wesley Clarence “Tee” Driskill and Eula Carwile Driskill.In addition to her husband and parents, Louise was preceded in death by her sisters,...
Carolyn M. Hughes
Aug 10, 2023
Carolyn M. Hughes passed away peacefully on August 10, 2023 at the age of 85 in Forest, VA. She was born on November 22, 1937, in Cleveland, TN, to the late James W. McAmis and Carrie L. McAmis.Carolyn was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was married to her beloved husband, Darel C. Hughes (DC), for...
Mary Scott Davis
Aug 9, 2023
Mary Frances Scott DavisEarly Wednesday morning August 9, 2023 Mary peacefully transitioned to her heavenly home.Mary was born January 26, 1941 to the late Mildred E. Davis and John W. Scott. At an early age Mary accepted Christ and joined the Mt. Olive Baptist Church. There she was a faithful member of the Gospel Chorus, President of the Usher Board,...
Joseph A. Carter
Aug 8, 2023
On Tuesday, August 8, 2023, God saw that Joseph A. Carter was getting tired and needed rest from his labor. God whispered gently to Joseph “My son come on home and take your rest.”Joseph was the son of the late Benjamin and Mary E. Carter. He was preceded in death by a sister, Virginia E. Henderson; two brothers, Robert and...
Kathleen Tyler Walker
Aug 8, 2023
Tuesday August 8, 2023, a bright light and dazzling beautiful smile left us for the spiritual life she envisioned since she was a small child. Kathleen Tyler Walker accidentally drowned during her nightly swim in the pool of her family beach house. It was a favorite spot for quiet contemplation, exhilarating dance parties, and water sports. Other favorite places were...
Doris N. Clark
Aug 7, 2023
Isaiah 40:31; But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.Doris Elaine Nowlin Clark of 469 Brookneal Highway, Rustburg, VA transitioned to eternity with her Lord on August 07, 2023 at the home of her daughter,...
Clarence Edward Hawkins
Aug 7, 2023
Clarence Edward Hawkins, 96, of Bedford, Virginia passed away on August 7, 2023. He was the son of the late Major Alfred Hawkins and Beatrice Ophelia Padgett Hawkins, and the husband of the late Thelma Peake Arthur Hawkins.In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Hawkins is predeceased by his first wife, Helena Torian Hawkins; brothers, Alfred Hawkins, and Lloyd...
Clarence Poe
Aug 7, 2023
Clarence “Billy” Poe Sr., 83, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on August 7, 2023. He was the son of the late John R. Poe and Madeline Poe, and the husband of the late Nancy Poe, of 60 years.Billy was born March 26, 1940 in Lynchburg, VA. He was a retired carpenter and loved working with wood, listening to music and...
Edith J. Dooley
Aug 5, 2023
Edith Jane Dooley, 83 of Salem, VA died on Saturday, August 5, 2023, at Salem Health and Rehab. She has lived there since 2015 and previously lived in Roanoke City and Vinton. She was born in Bedford, VA she lived on the family farm that supplied tomatoes to the cannery in Thaxton, VA. She is preceded in death by her...
Frank J. Steckline
Aug 4, 2023
Frank Julius Steckline, Jr. 91, of Moneta, passed away on Friday, August 4, 2023, at The Glebe in Daleville, VA. He was born on October 17, 1931, in Washington DC. A son of the late Frank Julius Steckline, Sr. and Mary Julia Mueller Steckline. In addition to his parents, Frank was preceded in death by his first wife and mother...
Ashley B. Scortia
Aug 4, 2023
Ashley Scortia, age 45, went home to be with the lord on August 4, 2023. Ashley was a loving sister, mom, wife, aunt, and friend, who is deeply missed by all who had the honor and privilege of knowing her. Ashley was preceded in death by her mother, Pamela Ringgold Beckner.Ashley graduated from Franklin County High School. She went on...
Deborah Miller
Aug 4, 2023
Deborah Jennings Miller, 66, of Lynchburg passed away Friday, August 4, 2023 at her residence. She was the wife of Steve Miller.Born on February 26, 1957 she was the daughter of Janice Jennings and the late Ted Jennings. She was a member of Rivermont Evangelical Presbyterian Church and a retired teacher with Lynchburg City Schools and also a retired Real...
William Leslie Watson, Iv
Aug 4, 2023
William “Bill” Leslie Watson, IV, 78, of Lynchburg, VA, passed away Friday, August 4, 2023. He was married to Carole Seifert Watson for 46 years.Bill was born on December 24, 1944, in Santa Monica, California, the son of the late William Leslie Watson, III, and Mary Jane Schultz Watson. Bill retired from practicing law in the television and radio industry...
Patricia Ann Connolly
Aug 3, 2023
Patricia A. Connolly passed peacefully on August 3, 2023, after a short illness. Her final days were spent with her family and best friend.Born Patricia A. Myers in Baltimore, MD, “Pat” was preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, Paul E. Connolly, sisters MaryJane Elliott and Lois Hall, parents Jeanette Henrietta Cook and Joseph Albert Myers and a...
Stephanie Sims Hudgins
Aug 3, 2023
Stephanie Sims Hudgins, 70, of Lynchburg, VA, died Thursday, August 3, 2023.Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Herbert Ralph Patterson
Aug 3, 2023
Herbert Ralph Patterson, 93, of Concord, passed away Thursday, August 3, 2023. He was the loving husband of Bernice Davis Patterson for over 70 years.Herbert was born April 21, 1930, in Lynchburg, a son of the late Cornelius “Neal” Patterson and Fannie Miller Patterson. Herbert honorably served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, was a professional...
Ruth Carter Flippin
Aug 2, 2023
Ruth Carter Flippin, 84 of Lynchburg went to be with her precious Lord and Savior on Wednesday, August 2, 2023. She was born in Alton, Virginia on January 13, 1939 to James Harvey Carter and Minnie Hodges Carter. Ruth retired from Centra Health after 35 years of service. She was known for her wonderful work ethic, whether she was on...
Norma Virginia Lund Setzler
Aug 2, 2023
Norma Virginia Lund Setzler, 91, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on Wednesday, August 2, 2023. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ewell Baxter Setzler; daughter, Kimberly Ann Setzler; and parents, Chester and Helen Evans Lund.Norma was born on June 20, 1932, in Manassas, Virgina. She was a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church. Norma was a consummate organizer...
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